Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)

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Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)

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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

SKU254002
Primary BrandPetco
Days to ShipItem is not shippable

Live Animal

Pet Max Length24 IN
Special DietOmnivore
Scientific NamePogona vitticeps
EnvironmentDesert
TemperamentCommunity
Care LevelEasy
Pet Min Length4 IN

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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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