Spring Aggression?

[Sold1ers1de]

So, moved from northern NY to NC about a week ago, temps here are about 30-40 degrees higher down here so I know my tegu can feel the pressure difference. Aside from the whole moving process, I'm wondering if it's common for them to get a bit feisty during the spring, as he has just started producing sperm plugs along with his poop (4-5 days ago)?

 

[glk832]

How old is he.. could it be puberty

 

[Sold1ers1de]

Got him as a juvenile from LLL Reptile, so unfortunately I don't know his exact age. Going off his size (which I know isn't a reliable way to determine age), gender, and recent increase in jowel size, and listing as a juvenile, I BELIEVE he's about a year old. Give or take a few months.

 

[glk832]

Yeah it may be puberty.... just keep working with him my female didnt really go through it but Im sure some else will chime in to help.. Just keep working with him and from what I've read will only last a few months if that long

 

[Skeetzy]

Mine is about a year and a half old, closing in on 2 years. Puberty is such a thing. He's been a royal pain in the rear on some days, and absolutely awesome the others. Supposedly this happens to a good amount during this last year of growth, then when they're full size they settle down. I picture it as he's gaining his confidence which is coming with his size.

 

[Josh]

Stay persistent. Just be patient and try to keep what's best for the animal in mind. He will settle down with time and you'll be thankful you didn't just give up! hang in there

 

[Derek Doel]

Mine is about a year and a half and he likes to charge at you then the next few days super fine then back to the charging lol