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Price
$800 - $2,000
25% Deposit to Reserve
$200
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🇬🇧 UK approx £632 · 🇦🇺 AU approx A$1,232
Expert Level
🧬 Captive Bred
Black Tree Monitor for Sale
Origin: Captive Bred · Ships to: USA, UK, Canada
The Black Tree Monitor is one of the most sought-after exotic animals available today. Black tree monitors are sleek, jet-black arboreal monitors from Papua New Guinea. At Exotic Haven, every Black Tree Monitor is captive bred, vet health checked, and shipped with a full live arrival guarantee to USA, UK, Canada and Australia.
Lifespan⏳ 15-20 years
Adult Size📏 3-4 feet
Diet🍖 Insects & Small Animals
Care Level📊 Expert
Origin🌍 Captive Bred
Status✅ Available
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📖 History & Origin of the Black Tree Monitor
The Black Tree Monitor originates from the Aru Islands of Papua New Guinea. In the wild, Black Tree Monitors are known for sleek jet-black arboreal monitors. rare & stunning. Wild populations face pressure from habitat loss and, historically, collection for the pet trade — which is precisely why captive breeding programs are so critically important. In captivity, the Black Tree Monitor has been kept by exotic animal enthusiasts for decades and has become one of the most well-studied species in private collections. Captive breeding programs have significantly reduced pressure on wild populations and today virtually all Black Tree Monitors in the pet trade are captive bred.
📚 Black Tree Monitor Care Requirements
The Black Tree Monitor reaches an adult size of 3-4 feet and with proper care can live for 15-20 years. Their primary diet consists of Insects & Small Animals. This species is rated Expert care level — meaning it is best suited for experienced exotic animal keepers with a thorough understanding of this species requirements.
Lifespan15-20 years
Adult Size3-4 feet
DietInsects & Small Animals
Care LevelExpert
🏠 Enclosure & Housing
Housing requirements for the Black Tree Monitor depend on its adult size of 3-4 feet. A quality PVC or glass enclosure with appropriate ventilation is essential. The enclosure must have a secure lid as many reptiles are escape artists. Substrate should mimic the natural environment — coconut fibre, cypress mulch or bioactive soil mixes are excellent choices. Provide at least two hides (warm side and cool side) and enrichment items such as cork bark, climbing branches and artificial plants to reduce stress.
🌡️ Temperature & Environment
Maintaining a proper temperature gradient is one of the most critical aspects of Black Tree Monitor care. Reptiles are ectothermic and rely entirely on their environment to regulate body temperature. Use a combination of under-tank heaters, ceramic heat emitters or deep heat projectors — never hot rocks. Always connect heaters to a quality thermostat and verify temperatures with a digital thermometer or infrared temperature gun. Incorrect temperatures are the leading cause of illness in captive reptiles.
🩺 Common Health Issues
Common health issues in captive Black Tree Monitors include respiratory infections (often caused by incorrect humidity or temperature), parasites (both internal and external), mouth rot (stomatitis), stuck shed (dysecdysis) and metabolic bone disease from inadequate UVB or calcium supplementation. Regular veterinary check-ups with an exotic specialist are strongly recommended.
⚖️ Legal Status by Country
United States: Legal in the vast majority of US states with no permit required. A small number of states have restrictions — always verify local ordinances. United Kingdom: Legal to own with no permit required in most cases. Some species may require Article 10 certificates if CITES listed. Canada: Regulations vary by province. Ontario, BC and Quebec have the most restrictions. Federal WAPPRIITA rules govern imports.
🥚 Breeding Information
Breeding Black Tree Monitors in captivity requires a thorough understanding of their reproductive biology and behaviour. Most successful breeders introduce a cooling or dry season period to trigger breeding behaviour. Males and females should only be introduced under supervision. Females require a suitable egg-laying site and the eggs must be incubated at the correct temperature and humidity. Hatchlings are often more delicate than adults and require separate housing. At Exotic Haven, all our animals are captive bred — supporting responsible captive breeding is central to our mission.
🌿 Why Buy Your Black Tree Monitor From Exotic Haven?
When you purchase a Black Tree Monitor from Exotic Haven, you are buying from a trusted source with years of experience in exotic animal husbandry. Our Black Tree Monitors are raised with expert care from birth, ensuring they arrive healthy, well-fed and ready to settle into their new home. We provide full care documentation, lifetime support and a live arrival guarantee on every single order. A 25% deposit secures your animal with the balance due before shipping.
Black Tree Monitor — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Black Tree Monitor cost?
Our captive-bred Black Tree Monitors are priced at $800 - $2,000. Price varies based on age, sex and morph. Contact us for current availability and exact pricing.
Is the Black Tree Monitor a good exotic pet?
Black tree monitors are sleek, jet-black arboreal monitors from Papua New Guinea. With a lifespan of 15-20 years, they make a rewarding long-term companion for dedicated owners.
How big does a Black Tree Monitor get?
Adult Black Tree Monitors typically reach 3-4 feet.
What does a Black Tree Monitor eat?
The Black Tree Monitor primarily feeds on Insects & Small Animals.
Do I need a permit to own a Black Tree Monitor?
In most locations we ship to, no permit is required for the Black Tree Monitor. However laws do change — always verify your specific state, province or country laws before purchasing.
Does Exotic Haven ship Black Tree Monitors to my location?
We ship to all 50 US states, the United Kingdom, Canada. All shipments include a live arrival guarantee and full documentation.
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