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animal care : " Social Behaviors:
Lizards don't need companionship unless you are breeding. They don't get lonely and are not by nature social creatures. Most are territorial, owning their own piece of turf.
Occasionally lizards of the same size that don't fight can be put together, but they see other lizards as competition for food so they are unwelcome. Putting two together causes stress and can keep them from feeding properly.
Separate means better quality care for each lizard and better environmental control.
Breeding and Reproduction:
Sexing lizards can be difficult with many species. This can involve either sexing with a probe or using an internal endoscope, and should be done by a professional. A blood test can also be done but they are not always reliable
There are a few distinctions that may be found during breeding with some lizards that can be used as guidelines.
Males usually have brighter coloration on their heads and more ornamentation.
Males often have larger pores along the legs just above the anus and the edges of the anus are more swollen.
Males may be stimulated by a higher temperature and the scent put off by a female.
Males will show themselves off to interest their mate and often appear to become violent, biting and butting the female. Generally the female is not hurt, though sometimes she can be. "