Home & HabitatWhat's the best cage size, substrate, and bioactive setup for my bearded dragon?
Choose the largest cage your space and budget will allow. At minimum, a 55 gallon enclosure should be considered. Acceptable substrates include slate, reptile carpet, decomposed granite or large gravel.
Yes, setting up a bio-active environment for beardies is possible. It will take a bit of research and effort to get it right.
Updated on September 24th, 2025