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  1. Caimanlizard_keeper

    Tegu is very skittish only when held. (and any sudden movements he does causes me to flinch)

    It sounds like you've got a solid plan; you might also try moving his basking light over your arm or hand so that he sits on you to bask, or even over your lap if you can get him out of his cage. While he's sitting, read him a story so that he can get used to your voice and then once he's...
  2. Caimanlizard_keeper

    Tegu is very skittish only when held. (and any sudden movements he does causes me to flinch)

    I just got a two foot long yearling caiman lizard and I had the exact same problem. He was really shy if I even got close to him or his cage, and even though he hasn't tried to bite, he tail whips and hisses like there's no tomorrow! Have you tried just making a fist and leaving your hand in his...
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