SCIENTIFIC NAME : Pogona WEIGHT : 10 - 18 ounces LENGTH : 18 - 22 inches POPULATION : <2000 PLACES : Most of Australia HABITATS : Deserts, subtropical woodlands, savannas, and scrublands. | The bearded dragon lives up to its name: Like a dragon, it’s equipped with armor of spiny reptilian scales, which include a “beard” of spikes under its chin that puffs up depending on its mood. There are eight species species of bearded dragons recognized today, all of which are affectionately called “beardies.”
Among the most popular pet reptiles, bearded dragons tend to be gentle, inquisitive, and active during the day. The central bearded dragon, Pogona vitticeps, is the most common species to have as a pet.A warm habitat is crucial for bearded dragons. They’re cold-blooded and rely on external heat sources to raise their body temperature, which varies according to the temperature of their environment. They bask in the sun to warm themselves and can burrow underground to avoid extreme heat and predators.
They’re semi-arboreal and often can be found on fence posts and tree branches. |
