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Description
Bearded dragons are a type of ancient lizard, originally from the deserts of central Australia. "Bearded" refers to a flap of skin under the chin that they extend when disturbed. They are usually even-tempered and seem to tolerate human interaction.
- - The name "Bearded Dragon" comes from their ability to puff or flare out the skin under their throats, often darkening the skin to a black color, which looks like a beard
- - Adult male bearded dragons can be territorial and should be housed separately. Do not house different reptile species together
- - Diurnal - Awake during the day, sleep at night
- - Environment: Desert
- - Diet: Omnivorous
- - Max Size: 24 inches
- - Lifespan: 3-10 years
Specifications
| SKU | 254002 |
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| Primary Brand | Petco |
| Days to Ship | Item is not shippable |
Live Animal
| Pet Max Length | 24 IN |
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| Special Diet | Omnivore |
| Scientific Name | Pogona vitticeps |
| Environment | Desert |
| Temperament | Community |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Pet Min Length | 4 IN |
Additional Features
| Personalized Item flag | No |
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A well-balanced bearded dragon diet consists of 70% gut-loaded (recently fed) insects such as crickets, mealworms, roaches and superworms and 30% mixed vegetables and fruit. Also benefit from being fed a commercial bearded dragon food.
Always wash your hands before and after handling your reptile and/or habitat contents to help prevent the potential spread of diseases.
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