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Discover informative and engaging articles on a wide range of topics related to bearded dragons. From care and feeding to morphs and behavior.

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Do Bearded Dragons Bite? Everything You Need To Know

Bearded dragons are one of the most popular reptiles to own as pets in the world. These beloved lizards are known for their easy care requirements, fascinating appearance, and placid behavior. However, like all reptiles (and all animals, for that matter), there’s always a risk of getting bitten. After all, we’ll never

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Can Bearded Dragons Eat Blueberries?

Bearded Dragons are lizards native to Australia that make wonderful pets. If you’re new to owning a Bearded Dragon, you might be wondering: Are Bearded Dragons allowed to eat blueberries? In this article, I will cover some key information on Bearded Dragons eating fruit, including whether they can eat blueberries. With

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Why Do Bearded Dragons Open Their Mouths?

What makes a bearded dragon open its mouth? Is it because they want food or water? Or maybe they’re just curious about something new? If you’re familiar with bearded dragons, then chances are you’ve seen them sitting with their mouths open at one point or another. This almost looks like a toothy grin, but it can be har

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10 Important Facts About The Shedding Process Of A Bearded Dragon

Every living creature sheds skin and replaces its outer layer of skin, scale, or exoskeleton either at once or over a period of time. Humans are constantly shedding skin, with cells flaking off every day without any notice. Reptiles shed their outer scales all at once in a process called shedding, scientifically it is

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Everything You Need To Know About Feeding Blackberries To Your Bearded Dragon

Any bearded dragon owner will tell you that they’re just about the coolest pet in the world! What more could you want than a gorgeous, minimal-fuss creature to share your company with? However, just like any other kind of pet, bearded dragons require a healthy, balanced diet to stay in good shape and fight off any kind

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Can I Give Bell Peppers To My Bearded Dragon?

Bearded dragons are reptiles that belong to the iguana family. They’re known for their long tongues and large heads. Bearded dragons are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and meat. They are curious creatures who can be great pets when they are socialized correctly and can be a unique addition to your home if you

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Can Bearded Dragons Eat Spinach? (What You Must Know)

Bearded dragons are reptiles native to Australia. They are also known as monitor lizards or dragon lizards. These lizards are very friendly and love to play with kids. In fact, they are often kept as pets because they are very cute and cuddly. Bearded dragons are omnivorous animals that feed mostly on insects, worms, c

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Are Mealworms Bad For Bearded Dragons? Essential Facts You Must Know

It’s no secret that bearded dragons love mealworms. Think of your favorite snack that you could eat over and over until you feel sick – that’s a mealworm to a bearded dragon. However, many people question whether mealworms are good for bearded dragons or if they’re actually bad. After all, it’s not good for us to overi

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Are Bearded Dragons Allowed To Eat Grapes? Or Are They Harmful?

Grapes are a delicious and nutritious fruit that humans love eating. A lot of people consume these berries in the form of wine. They are part of the Vitis family. Grapes are great sources of vitamin K. This is an important nutrient for healthy bones, teeth, blood clotting, and heart health. Grapes also contain high lev

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7 Reasons Why Bearded Dragons Puff Up

Bearded dragons have a seemingly ironic name. Apart from their prehistoric appearance, these reptiles don’t share many similarities at all. They’re not colossal, they don’t have an aggressive nature, and they don’t breathe fire. The bearded part of their name, however, is somewhat true. A little-known fact about bearde

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7 Ways To Tell If You Have A Giant German Bearded Dragon

Did you know that there are many types of bearded dragons? One bearded dragon type, or ‘morph’, is the giant German Bearded dragon. It can be tricky to tell the difference between a regular bearded dragon and a giant German morph, but if you have the latter, it’s very important to know this. This is because giant Germa

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What Is A Bearded Dragon’s Lifespan?

Bearded dragons are one of the most popular reptiles to keep as pets. They are a pretty low-maintenance pet (for a reptile, at least), and make a great companion for anyone interested in looking after a more exotic pet. A bearded dragon requires specific conditions in order to stay happy and healthy. Factors like their

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Which Bearded Dragon Heat Lamp You Should Really Get?

Bearded dragons are lizards native to Australia. They are very cute and cuddly animals that come in various colors and sizes. The most common color is black or brown. Bearded dragons are reptiles that require a specific temperature to thrive. This means they need a heat lamp to stay warm. If you want to take care of yo

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Metabolic Bone Disease In Bearded Dragons: Everything You Need To Know

If you are interested in owning a bearded dragon, or you have one already, then you may or may not be aware of metabolic bone disease (also referred to as MBD). Metabolic bone disease is a devastating illness that can affect bearded dragons, causing them much pain and discomfort and eventually leading to paralysis and

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Why Does My Bearded Dragon Eat Its Own Skin?

Bearded dragons are a popular exotic pet that is a particular favorite for beginner reptile owners looking to dip their toes into caring for a reptile. Unlike more common pets such as dogs and cats, bearded dragons have some behaviors that amateur reptile owners might find odd or even concerning. One of these behaviors

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Should Bearded Dragons Eat Sprouts? A Guide for Owners

As a bearded dragon owner, it can be difficult to work out how to feed your dragon a balanced diet that is also varied, tasty, and appealing. It is recommended that bearded dragons consume a lot of green vegetables in addition to their daily protein requirements from insects. However, not all greens are beneficial for

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Are Bearded Dragons Allowed to Eat Cherries?

Reptiles are carnivorous animals that feed primarily on meat. They also consume insects, eggs, plants, and other foods. Some species even eat fruits and vegetables. Like with any pet, it is essential that you feed your bearded dragon the right types of food. If you want to keep your bearded dragon healthy, make sure th

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Do Bearded Dragon Nails Regrow? A Guide for Owners

As bearded dragon owners, we all want our pets to be healthy and happy as much as possible. So, when something like a broken nail comes to our attention, we want reassurance that the problem will be resolved quickly and easily. If you have noticed that your bearded dragon has one or several broken nails, don’t panic. T

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Are Bearded Dragons Nocturnal?

Bearded Dragons are definitely a cool kind of pet to own, but a surprising amount of owners know so little about this reptile when they decide to pick one up as a pet. This can be a serious problem if you don’t understand or know much about your pet, then how can you look after them properly? The same rule applies for

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Can Bearded Dragons Be Dangerous?

Bearded dragons are cute little lizards that come from Australia. They are very friendly animals that love attention. If you want to get one as a pet, they are relatively inexpensive and easy to care for. Bearded dragons are considered to be a member of the lizard family. They are also known as dragon lizards or simply

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