Bearded Dragons Flashcards
How big do bearded dragons get?
It depends on their breed, but the most common beardies can get around 14 to 24 inches
How long do bearded dragons live?
Usually up to 12 years but some can live over 14 years
Do bearded dragons regenerate body parts/tails ?
No it will not grow back
Should I get an older or younger bearded dragon?
Young ones are good because you have them for longer and get to watch them grow as well as build a stronger bond with them, however they are fragile when young and must be handles with care.
Older ones are easier to handle because of their size and if you buy a tame one they will settle in quickly
What type of enclosure do I need?
Wooden ones are the most usual, their cheaper than glass and it’s easier to control the temperature all year round.
They should be a minimum of 3/4 feet in length and 1/2 in width is the minimum. It is better to set up a temperature gradient in bigger tanks which is important for their thermoregulation.
Some height is good as they enjoy to climb but they are not fully arboreal.
Heating
They need a hot end a cooler end.
Hot end - 40 to 45 degrees Celsius
Cool end - 25 to 30 degrees Celsius
Buying a digital thermometer is great for checking the temperature
Night temperature
Temperature should not drop below 15 degrees Celsius. If it does you may need either a ceramic heater bulb with a thermostat on low.
Lighting
A clear spotlight bulb for heating, this is their basking spot.
Also a UVB to give them their vitamin D3, at least 10%.
Decor
Two bowls, one for food and one for water. Some logs or rock are good for climbing but also for basking.
Diet
As a baby they will eat more insects than veg.
Adults are the opposite.
Bugs they eat
(Staple) Crickets Roaches Locusts (Treats) Butterworms Superworms Morio worms Meal worms
Veg they eat
Acorn squash Book Chou Raw cabbage Butternut squash Carrots Celery Cucumber Mustard greens Basil Chives Apples Blackberry Cherries Figs Melons Pineapple Strawberry Plum
Vitamins
They need vitamin A and vitamin D3 with calcium which can be bought as powder to dust on food.
Baby dragons needs dusting everyday
Adults may only need it 2/3 times a day
Where are bearded dragons from?
Australia
