How to House a Bearded Dragon

Bearded dragons are excellent pets to have. Originally from Australia, bearded dragons are good-natured, small in size, love attention and are relatively easy to care for. Follow the tips below for housing a bearded dragon.

Instructions

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      Choose a home for the bearded dragon that is clear and transparent. It may be glass or plastic. Aquariums are good choices.

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      Put a wire top on the cage. Having a lid to the cage prevents the animal from getting out. It also prevents other pets such as cats or dogs from getting at the lizard. Make sure it is a wire top and not wood, glass or Plexiglas. These materials will not allow enough air circulation.

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      Make sure the house for the bearded dragon is large enough. A 10 gallon tank works for a hatchling, but as the lizard grows, the home also needs to grow. A 20 gallon tank works if the bearded dragon is less than ten inches long. After that move to a 40 gallon tank, or larger. A 55 gallon tank allows plenty of room for movement and running.

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      Keep the tank at the correct temperature. It should constantly be between 95 and 105 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Use a combination of florescent and incandescent lights to bask under and hot rocks. Keeping a thermometer at each end of the tank will help regulate the temperature.

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      Keep a shallow dish of water in the tank for drinking. Change the water daily.