Already subscribed? Log in. Forgotten your password? Want an ad-free experience? View offers. There are obviously some variables to this top speed such as. An adult Bearded Dragons should be able to run faster than a baby Dragon but an old Bearded Dragon will struggle to run as fast as they would in their prime which is pretty much common sense. Every Bearded Dragon will have slightly different genetics.
If a Bearded Dragon has good genetics it should be able to run faster than a Dragon with poor genetics. Diet will also play a huge part in how fast a Bearded Dragon can run. If a Bearded Dragon is fed a good diet with lots of healthy proteins and the calcium it needs then it will certainly help to increase muscle mass and power and ultimately make them a faster runner.
Lighting is another factor that can affect the speed of a Bearded Dragon. If you are unsure of how to set up your lighting correctly or you want some more advice then check out this light guide here that shows you everything you need to know as an owner. There are lots of reasons why Bearded Dragons may feel the need to run on 2 legs in both the wild and captivity. Some of the reasons may seem obvious while others less so.
There are 2 main reasons why a Bearded Dragon would run on 2 legs in the wild. The first is that they are trying to escape from predators. A Bearded Dragons first instinct will be to hide if at all possible but sometimes they will be forced into a position where they simply have to run. In the wild food can often become scarce for Bearded dragons just like it can for any animal. If they spot an insect or something of interest at a distance then the only way to catch and ultimately eat is to chase it.
Depending on fast or far the Bearded Dragon needed to run to catch the prey would then determine if they ended up on their back legs or not as explained earlier in the post. If you own a Bearded Dragon then you are likely to be interested in what situation could lead your Dragon to run on 2 legs in captivity. One of the main and most common reasons for this behaviour is that they will suddenly be spooked or scared by a household pet.
Having said this, it is quite possible to have cats and dogs living in harmony with Bearded Dragon but it does take some time and patience to allow them to become comfortable with each other. Sometimes even if your Bearded Dragon and other pets are totally comfortable with each other, there is still a chance that your Dragon can get a little scared or spooked from time to time. Imagine if your dog hears a knock at the door and jumps up barking, this can quite easily force your Dragon to feel intimidated and acting by instinct run as fast as it can towards a hiding place.
If in doubt you should check with a reputable pet store or breeder for more tailored advice depending on the size and age of your dragon. Bearded dragons in captivity will often suffer from Metabolic Bone Disease MBD which causes their bones to become very brittle and week. Vitamin D3 helps with the absorption of calcium, which is why it is so important for them to get enough in their diets.
One of the factors for a bearded dragon to develop and grow properly is habitat. Without the right environment, your bearded dragon may develop health issues which can lead to stunted growth. A commonly held belief is that similar to goldfish, your bearded dragon will only grow to the extent that its living space allows. However, a small enclosure is not necessarily the root cause of a bearded dragon staying small. Stunted growth in bearded dragons is more likely a result of improper lighting, poor diet, stress, diseases, and parasites.
That said, an amply proportioned living space is easier to fit with proper lighting and to regulate the temperature inside. If you have purchased, or are planning on purchasing, the most common type of bearded dragon — the Pogona Vitticeps — a gallon tank should be sufficient, however, you should ideally aim for gallons or larger. Your bearded dragon will thank you for it. The more room to run around the better!
To maintain light levels, you need to purchase lighting that will extend the full length of the enclosure and will replicate sunlight. Unfortunately, these will need to be replaced nearly every 6-months. UVB lighting, in particular, is crucial for vitamin D production in bearded dragons. During the night, the temperature can go as low as 65 degrees Fahrenheit, but degrees Fahrenheit is recommended for night-time temperature. Does that sound hot?
Well, these are desert reptiles, so in that context, the temperatures make more sense. So does their need for a low humidity environment. Bearded dragon experts suggest that you invest in accurate and reliable thermometers for both the warm and cool sides of your tank to ensure you keep the tank at the right temperatures. Much like any other baby, young bearded dragons are very curious and like to taste everything.
With that in mind, for young dragons, do not use:. Yes, even your reptile may crave some privacy! Your bearded dragon will also enjoy climbing on items, so get creative and give it some things on which it can play — branches, rocks, logs, even reptile hammocks.
It will also enjoy climbing through artificial plants where it can explore and hide. Your bearded dragon is a reptile, and as such, will shed its skin.
Adults, on the other hand, will usually only shed twice per year. During the shedding season, it is recommended that you use a spray bottle to occasionally mist your lizard. This will keep the skin moist and help it slide off properly when ready. In general, you should not pull the skin off of your reptile until it is at the tail and toe areas, as these are difficult for it to complete the process itself.
Do NOT tug on the shedding skin — it should easily come off. If it seems to be still attached, try the next day again, and so on, until the skin slides straight off.
Prematurely peeling the skin off your bearded dragon will damage the scales on its new hide and may also do damage to its fragile extremities. Unlike other types of lizards, bearded dragons are not able to regrow parts of their tails or their toes that become detached. For first time owners, it is recommended that you do not purchase a baby dragon, but that you get one that is at least 6 months old, if not beyond its juvenile stage i.
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