Good Monitor Lizard to own?

[Minkness]

I don't really believe in 'starter' animals for the most part. Go for what you want, just make sure you can provide for it. So, if you have the space for a massive enclosure, then get the ackie. I understand that yellows are best for interactions but reds aren't bad either. Males are usualky more outgoing than females but also get bigger. Other than the size of the enclosure, if you get just 1, be ready to provide alot of enrichment as they are actually social animals. Otherwise be ready to have 2 or 3.

I am no expert on either of these animals but have done ALOT of research and already talked to ALOT of owners and breeders.

Blue tongue skinks (to my knowledge) can be pretty lazy. They also have a very unique diet and a laid back personality. Ackies will be energetic. I see them as being the ferrets of the reptile world lol. Active, friendly, can be nippy, and pretty independent.