Diagnostic Challenge

A three-year-old male green iguana (Iguana iguana) weighing 1.01 kg was presented with a one-month history of left forelimb swelling, weight loss and dysorexia (Fig.  1A). The reptile had been bred in captivity and was kept with a female of the same species that was considered in good health. The owner described the patient's enclosure as a terrarium maintained with a diurnal temperature of 28 - 30°C (82 - 86°F) under the basking spot, without any UVb source. The iguana's diet consisted of various fruits and vegetables provided daily, without any known calcium supplementation.
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research