Species information
Bearded Dragon
Pogona vitticeps
Common name
Bearded Dragon
Scientific name
Pogona vitticeps
Family
Agamidae
Appearance
The bearded dragon has a complex look and pattern, it is easy to show if you click here.
Locality
Central Australia.
Adult size
18-22in, there are larger bloodlines, do an internet search for german giant bearded dragons if you want more information.
Approx lifespan
8-12 years.
REcomended vivarium size
4x2x2ft should be considered the minimum for a single specimen, pairs can be housed in 5x2x2ft vivariums
Basic set up type
Dry desert with rocks for hides and basking areas
Diet
Greens, vegetables, and insects should make up the diet for the Bearded Dragon, insects should be gutloaded and dusted with calcium and a reptile multivitamin such as nutrobal.
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