{"product_id":"yellow-headed-water-monitor","title":"Yellow-headed Water Monitor","description":"\u003cp\u003eCommon Name: Yellow-headed Water Monitor\u003cbr\u003eScientific Name: Varanus cumingi\u003cbr\u003eSex: Unsexed\u003cbr\u003eSource: CB\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAdult Size: Up to 150cm total length\u003cbr\u003eNative Range: Southern Philippines\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eEnclosure: Large, secure custom enclosure strongly recommended\u003cbr\u003eHeating: Basking spot 45 °C; ambient warm side 28 °C with a cooler area 24 °C; night drop 20-22 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity: 60–80% with strong ventilation; large water area helps maintain humidity without stale air\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eUVB: Recommended (provide a clear basking zone plus shaded retreats)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDiet: Varied carnivore - whole-prey items plus fish and invertebrates; feed babies more invertebrate prey, feed daily \u0026amp; adults feed 3 times a week with more protein based foods\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWater: Large, clean pool for swimming\/soaking at all times; robust filtration or frequent changes\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eABOUT THIS SPECIES\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eVaranus cumingi is a large, semi-aquatic Philippine monitor best known for its bold yellow head and neck markings, especially in well-established adults. In the wild it’s closely tied to waterways, mangroves, coastal edges, forest margins and man-made fishpond areas, so captive setups work best when they offer both land space and real water depth rather than a token bowl. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThey’re powerful climbers too, and will use sturdy branches and elevated platforms if provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an active, intelligent monitor that benefits from a spacious enclosure layout with multiple visual barriers, dry basking options, and a clean swimming zone. Colours and contrast can shift noticeably with growth and sheds, so juveniles often look different to mature animals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viperia UK","offers":[{"title":"Unsexed","offer_id":53271332421969,"sku":"yellow-headed-water-monitor - 001","price":791.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/Yellow-Headed-Water-Monitor_2.jpg?v=1773323205","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/yellow-headed-water-monitor","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}