{"product_id":"peach-throat-monitor","title":"Biak Peach Throat Monitor","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peach Throat Monitor\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVaranus jobiensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e CB\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 95–120cm total length\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e New Guinea (including the Biak Islands) and surrounding lowland regions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A custom-built Viperia PVC vivarium sized to suit — use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/pages\/vivarium-calculator\" style=\"color:#1a73e8;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eVivarium Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e to spec the right dimensions — ideally at least 180×60×120cm to accommodate this active, semi-arboreal species comfortably; provide a deep, moisture-retaining substrate such as coconut fibre or topsoil mix, multiple sturdy climbing branches, cork bark hides at both the warm and cool ends, and a large water feature or soak dish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basking spot of 40–45°C; ambient warm side 28–32°C; cool side 24–26°C; night-time drop to 22–24°C is acceptable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–90%; achieved through a deep moisture-retaining substrate, regular misting, and a large water feature — good ventilation is essential to prevent stagnant air\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUVB:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 12% UVB tube run along most of the vivarium's width, positioned so the animal can bask 25–35cm from the lamp; as an active, diurnal (day-active) species from tropical lowland forest, strong UVB provision is important for long-term health\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily insects (roaches, crickets, mealworms), earthworms, whole prey items such as crustaceans or chicks, and occasional fish; juveniles should be fed 3 times a week. Babies \u0026amp; juveniles bugs 2 times a week. adults every 2–3 days — variety is key to a balanced diet\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eABOUT THIS SPECIES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Peach Throat Monitor is a strikingly beautiful species native to the humid lowland rainforests and riparian (riverside) habitats of New Guinea, immediately recognisable by its vivid peachy-orange throat colouration and intricate dorsal patterning. The Biak locality in particular is highly sought after by collectors for its especially vibrant colour expression, making these animals a genuine showpiece in any serious monitor collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are intelligent, curious monitors that can become quite responsive to their keeper over time, though they retain a bold, active character and are best suited to experienced reptile keepers who can meet their considerable space, humidity, and enrichment needs with confidence. If you're ready to commit to a large, stimulating setup and a varied feeding routine, the Peach Throat is an exceptionally rewarding species to keep.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viperia","offers":[{"title":"Unsexed","offer_id":54772208238929,"sku":"biak-peach-throat-monitor - 001","price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1077\/6952\/8657\/files\/Varanus-Jobiensis_3.jpg?v=1788340316","url":"https:\/\/viperiareptiles.co.uk\/products\/peach-throat-monitor","provider":"Viperia Reptiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}