Scarlet the Red tegu came to us back in July of 2025. Scarlet is a living example of the intense ability of reptiles to overcome a huge variety of challenges. After her intense recovery, she has become one of the most loved animals at the sanctuary.

Scarlet came to the sanctuary with a severe wound on her leg, that then required it to be amputated. While she has had an intense recovery process, healing her injuries for months, she came back stronger than ever and has won the hearts of many.

As a 4+ foot lizard, Scarlet is an amazing lizard to show how docile and well trained these animals can be. With a personality of a puppy, she would make a great ambassador for sponsor who can appreciate a large lizard with an even larger heart.