Normal (wild-type)
A variant of Argentine black and white tegu (Salvator merianae)
Representative Argentine black and white teguphoto — a dedicated image of this exact morph isn't available yet.
The classic black-and-white speckled banding of Salvator merianae, a large, intelligent, semi-arboreal South American lizard. Known for becoming notably tame and dog-like with handling.
Keeper tips for this variant
These get 1.2m+ and need a custom-built enclosure (2.4m+) plus a deep substrate for burrowing and a proper winter brumation cycle — a 'starter' tank is never adequate.