Exhibit
Gila Monster · Planet Zoo 2
Gila Monster in Planet Zoo 2: habitat type, biomes, barrier grade, space, temperature, group limits and breeding values — the numbers you need before you place the first rock.
At a glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Squamata |
| Family | Helodermatidae |
| Conservation status | Near Threatened |
| Native range | North America |
| Biomes | Desert |
| Habitat type | Exhibit |
| Content pack | Base game |
| Adult size | 0.56 m (length) |
| Adult weight | 0.525 kg |
Care requirements
| Requirement | Verified value |
|---|---|
| Habitat temperature | 24°C to 32°C |
| Group size (mixed) | 1–4 |
| Climb-proof barrier | No |
| Water barrier allowed | No |
| Periodic food cost | $225.00 |
What this means for the build
- Keep the habitat between 24°C to 32°C; heaters and coolers are a running cost, not a one-off.
- Group size runs 1–4 mixed; overstocking shows up first as social welfare warnings.
Lifecycle and breeding
| Requirement | Verified value |
|---|---|
| Age of sexual maturity | 4 years |
| Gestation / incubation | 9 months |
| Interbirth period | 3 months |
| Litter size | 1-2 |
| Reproduction difficulty | Easy |
| Age of sterility | Death |
Next decision
- Open the welfare debugger prefilled with Gila Monster
- Sequence research, welfare and breeding for this species
- Check release readiness for this species
Source and version
Zoopedia record captured 2026-10-17 — official Zoopedia entry. Values change with patches; check the version before acting.
FAQ
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
What habitat does the Gila Monster need?
Exhibit — biomes: Desert. Barrier grade —, minimum height —.
What temperature does the Gila Monster habitat need?
24°C to 32°C
How many Gila Monster can live together?
1–4 mixed, cap per sex —/—.
How long is the Gila Monster gestation?
9 months, with an interbirth period of 3 months.