I love monitors. When I was little I was really into dinosaurs, like seriously really into them. I knew more about them probably more than I know about some snakes. I would really like to get an Ackie sometime (not now obviously) and I just want to hear from people who've owned them or had a past experience with them.

At the sanctuary we have Ackies they are adorable. The smallest one I named Buddy because I held him and he was just hanging out and even falling asleep on me. So, that caught my heart.

I know I want too many reptiles, but I'm selectively choosing them now. I've crossed out most things I've wanted so my collection stays small.

So, how are these little guys like? Are they hard to take care of? Are they expensive to keep? What type of substrate do they do best on? Temps? Basking spot? Humidity?

Honestly, I'd rather get some information from you guys rather than from a caresheet.