What is the scientific name of the Golden Spotted Tree Monitor?

The scientific name of the Golden Spotted Tree Monitor is Varanus boehmei.

Where are Golden Spotted Tree Monitors native to?

Golden Spotted Tree Monitors are native to Waigeo Island in Indonesia.

How big do Golden Spotted Tree Monitors get?

Adult Golden Spotted Tree Monitors typically reach about 24-36 inches.

How long do Golden Spotted Tree Monitors live?

Golden Spotted Tree Monitors live about 15-20+ years with proper care.

What temperatures does a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor need?

Recommended temperatures for a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor: 70-80°F cool side, 80-90°F warm side, and 115-120°F basking spot.

What humidity does a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor need?

Golden Spotted Tree Monitors need 60-90% humidity.

Do Golden Spotted Tree Monitors need UVB lighting?

Yes. Recommended lighting for Golden Spotted Tree Monitors: UVA/UVB required.

What size enclosure does a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor need?

Recommended enclosure sizes for a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor: Baby-Young: 18”x18”x36” (<6 months +), 36”x18”x36” (1 year +); Sub Adult-Adult: 48”x24”x48” (minimum), 72”x24”x48” (large/active adult).

What do Golden Spotted Tree Monitors eat?

Golden Spotted Tree Monitors eat: Primarily Insectivores: Crickets, dubia roaches, calcium worms (black soldier fly larvae), mealworms, hornworms, waxworms, silkworms, etc., Animal Protein.

Are Golden Spotted Tree Monitors good for beginners?

Golden Spotted Tree Monitors are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Advanced for keeper experience.

Are Golden Spotted Tree Monitors nocturnal or diurnal?

Golden Spotted Tree Monitors are diurnal (active during the day).

What is Golden Spotted Tree Monitor behavior like?

Common Golden Spotted Tree Monitor behavior traits: Food motivated; Foragers & ambush hunters; Hand feeding helps bond; Very curious; Can be skittish when young; Calm down with consistent and confident handling; Arboreal; Prehensile tail; Bites are painful; Captive bred babies are much calmer, and easier to socialize; Can be challenging to breed in captivity.

Do Golden Spotted Tree Monitors lay eggs?

Yes. Golden Spotted Tree Monitors are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.

How many eggs does a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor lay?

A Golden Spotted Tree Monitor clutch is typically about 2-7 eggs.

How long do Golden Spotted Tree Monitor eggs take to hatch?

Golden Spotted Tree Monitor eggs typically incubate for about 150-190 days before hatching.

What is the best enclosure for a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor?

Recommended enclosures for Golden Spotted Tree Monitors: Vivarium 48" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums (4'x2').

What lighting products are best for a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor?

Recommended lighting products for Golden Spotted Tree Monitors: Arcadia 12% UVB D3 Desert Lighting.

What heating products does a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor need?

Recommended heating products for Golden Spotted Tree Monitors by age. Juvenile: Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector. Adult: Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater.

Golden-Spotted Tree Monitor

Common Name(s)	Golden-spotted Tree Monitor
Scientific Name	Varanus boehmei
Behavior	Diurnal (active during day) Food motivated Foragers & ambush hunters Hand feeding helps bond Very curious Can be skittish when young Calm down with consistent and confident handling Arboreal Prehensile tail Bites are painful Captive bred babies are much calmer, and easier to socialize Can be challenging to breed in captivity
Reproduction	Oviparous (Egg Layer) Gestation: ~30-45 days Clutch size: ~2-7 Incubation: ~150-190 days
Lifespan	~15-20+ years
Temperatures	70-80°F cool side 80-90°F warm side 115-120°F basking spot
Humidity	60-90%
Lighting	UVA/UVB required
Size	~24-36 inches
Enclosure Recommendations	Baby-Young: 18”x18”x36” (<6 months +) 36”x18”x36” (1 year +) Sub Adult-Adult: 48”x24”x48” (minimum) 72”x24”x48” (large/active adult)
Experience Level	Advanced *Parents should always be involved caring for any pet, until the child is 18 yrs.
Diet	Primarily Insectivores: Crickets, dubia roaches, calcium worms (black soldier fly larvae), mealworms, hornworms, waxworms, silkworms, etc. Animal Protein

Best Substrates for Juvenile Golden Spotted Tree Monitors

ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles: Breeder Block

Best Enclosures for Juvenile Golden Spotted Tree Monitors

48" Sliding Door Reptile Vivarium (4x2): 180 Gallon 48x24x36 / Black

Best Lighting Products for Juvenile Golden Spotted Tree Monitors

Arcadia 12% UVB D3 Desert Lighting: LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit / 48"

Best Heating Products for Juvenile Golden Spotted Tree Monitors

Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater: 75W

Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 8"

The Golden Spotted Tree Monitor (Varanus boehmei) is a strikingly beautiful species of monitor lizard endemic to the island of Waigeo in Indonesia. These monitors are named for their distinctive golden spots that contrast against a deep green or black background, making them one of the most visually appealing reptiles. They are relatively small compared to other monitors, typically reaching lengths of around 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm), including their long, prehensile tails. These tails are not only used for balance but also for grasping branches as they navigate through their arboreal rainforest habitat.

One of the most intriguing aspects of Golden Spotted Tree Monitors is their diet and hunting behavior. They are primarily insectivorous, feeding on a variety of insects and other invertebrates, but they are also known to consume small vertebrates when available. These monitors are agile climbers and use their keen eyesight and sharp claws to catch prey. In captivity, they require a habitat that replicates their natural environment, with plenty of vertical space, branches, and hiding spots to encourage natural behaviors. Their striking appearance, unique dietary habits, and climbing prowess make them a fascinating species for both researchers and reptile enthusiasts.

Native Range

Waigeo Island in Indonesia

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Common Golden Spotted Tree Monitor ReptiChip Questions

: The scientific name of the Golden Spotted Tree Monitor is Varanus boehmei.
: Golden Spotted Tree Monitors are native to Waigeo Island in Indonesia.
: Adult Golden Spotted Tree Monitors typically reach about 24-36 inches.
: Golden Spotted Tree Monitors live about 15-20+ years with proper care.
: Recommended temperatures for a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor: 70-80°F cool side, 80-90°F warm side, and 115-120°F basking spot.
: Golden Spotted Tree Monitors need 60-90% humidity.
: Yes. Recommended lighting for Golden Spotted Tree Monitors: UVA/UVB required.
: Recommended enclosure sizes for a Golden Spotted Tree Monitor: Baby-Young: 18”x18”x36” (<6 months +), 36”x18”x36” (1 year +); Sub Adult-Adult: 48”x24”x48” (minimum), 72”x24”x48” (large/active adult).
: Golden Spotted Tree Monitors eat: Primarily Insectivores: Crickets, dubia roaches, calcium worms (black soldier fly larvae), mealworms, hornworms, waxworms, silkworms, etc., Animal Protein.
: Golden Spotted Tree Monitors are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Advanced for keeper experience.
: Golden Spotted Tree Monitors are diurnal (active during the day).
: Common Golden Spotted Tree Monitor behavior traits: Food motivated; Foragers & ambush hunters; Hand feeding helps bond; Very curious; Can be skittish when young; Calm down with consistent and confident handling; Arboreal; Prehensile tail; Bites are painful; Captive bred babies are much calmer, and easier to socialize; Can be challenging to breed in captivity.
: Yes. Golden Spotted Tree Monitors are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.
: A Golden Spotted Tree Monitor clutch is typically about 2-7 eggs.
: Golden Spotted Tree Monitor eggs typically incubate for about 150-190 days before hatching.
: Recommended substrates for juvenile Golden Spotted Tree Monitors: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles.
: Recommended substrates for adult Golden Spotted Tree Monitors: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles and ReptiEarth Breeder Blocks and Bundles.
: Recommended enclosures for Golden Spotted Tree Monitors: Vivarium 48" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums (4'x2').
: Recommended lighting products for Golden Spotted Tree Monitors: Arcadia 12% UVB D3 Desert Lighting.
: Recommended heating products for Golden Spotted Tree Monitors by age. Juvenile: Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector. Adult: Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater.