Can bearded dragons understand you?

Beardies recognize and respond to their owners' voices and touch and are usually even-tempered. They can be great pets for someone who wants a reptile who likes to be held and taken out of his cage.
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Do bearded dragons have feelings for their owners?

Yes, bearded dragons do love their owners. In fact, bearded dragons become attached to their owners similar to a dog or cat. Bearded dragons have been proven to be able to recognize their owners voice & scent and will likely be more comfortable will them over strangers.
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Do bearded dragons communicate with humans?

They do not communicate by sound, other than an aggressive hiss, but they use a range of posturing, physical gestures and color displays to communicate with their owners and other beardies.
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Can bearded dragons hear you?

Can your bearded dragon hear you? Bearded dragons can hear you very well. They can even recognize voices and the sound of their name. In the wild, they need to keep safe from predators and to listen for movements of small prey and so their sense of hearing is very well developed.
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Do bearded dragons mind noise?

These exotic reptiles have excellent hearing, so an amplified sound can be too powerful for their ears. Noise actually bothers them. Extremely loud, sudden noise can easily startle your beardie and cause it distress. For this reason, human guardians have to play beardy-specific music.
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How smart are bearded dragons?

Bearded dragons are able to imitate other bearded dragons to open doors. “The ability to learn through imitation is thought to be the pinnacle of social learning and long considered a distinctive characteristic of humans. However, nothing is known about these abilities in reptiles,” lead researcher Dr.
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Can bearded dragons recognize faces?

1. They Are Friendly. Beardies recognize and respond to their owners' voices and touch and are usually even-tempered. They can be great pets for someone who wants a reptile who likes to be held and taken out of his cage.
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Can bearded dragons smile?

Bearded dragons and other reptilian species open their mouths to aid in temperature regulation. Although it may be adorable, bearded dragons “smile” – or keep their mouths partially open – when they are basking. When they keep their mouths open, it shows their body temperature has risen to optimal levels.
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Can I kiss my bearded dragon?

Don't kiss or snuggle your bearded dragon, or eat or drink around it. These actions can spread Salmonella germs to your mouth and make you sick. Keep your bearded dragon out of your kitchen and other areas where you eat, store, or prepare food.
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How do I play with my bearded dragon?

Different Toys For Bearded Dragons
  1. Hides. Hides might not look like toys in the traditional sense, but in the eyes of a bearded dragon it's a wonderful new space to explore! ...
  2. Cat Toys. Cat wands and teaser toys are excellent for bearded dragons! ...
  3. Play Ball. ...
  4. Floaties. ...
  5. Crinkle Ball. ...
  6. Hammock. ...
  7. Tunnels. ...
  8. Mirror.
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Can my bearded dragon get high?

Bearded dragons can get high from second-hand smoke. These reptiles have an endocannabinoid system (ECS) just like humans. Light-headed bearded dragons will likely act disoriented, experience several bouts of lethargy, and may even vomit.
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Do bearded dragons have memories?

This study proved that lizards are capable of “spatial memory,” when they were set up in a maze and had to find their way to food. The lizards were able to memorize where their food would be without the cues of direction, helping support the existence of reptilian spatial memory.
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Can you cuddle with a bearded dragon?

Bearded Dragons, or “Beardies” as some like to call them, aren't lazy pets. It's just that they are known to enjoy cuddling up with their owners while they watch TV.
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Can bearded dragons be affectionate?

Bearded dragons are quick, curious and usually charmingly affectionate (or rather, charming at receiving affection) if well-socialised. Handle/play/stroke/etc. your beardie at least once a day.
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Can bearded dragons have dreams?

WASHINGTON, April 28 (Reuters) - Research in a German laboratory involving five lizards called Australian bearded dragons indicates that these reptiles may dream and could prompt a fundamental reassessment of the evolution of sleep.
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What colors do bearded dragons hate?

Despite bearded dragon's biological instincts, many bearded dragon owners have different experiences of their pet's preference to colors. Some love certain bright colors such as red but get very stressed out over others like yellow or orange.
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Why does my bearded dragon stare at me?

Staring in Bearded dragons is an instinct-driven behavior. Beardies stare at people and objects because they want to learn more about what they are looking at. This gives them closure and also makes them feel safe in the environment that they are in.
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Why does my bearded dragon wiggle me?

Wiggling sometimes can signify illness in bearded dragons, which is why annual checkups with the veterinarian are imperative. If you notice unusual twitching behavior in your bearded dragon, regardless of his age and regardless of whether it's mealtime, schedule an appointment with the vet promptly.
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How do you tell if a bearded dragon likes you?

You can absolutely say your Bearded Dragon is happy and likes you when it shows no signs of aggression and only affection. Beardies like to project their emotions, and an upset dragon will be biting, bobbing their head, puffing out their beard, and hissing at you.
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What colors do bearded dragons see?

In most cases, they see brighter colors more than heavy and darker colors. If you observe keenly, you will notice that they tend to be more attracted to lighter-colored objects. The only time that a bearded dragon can't see color is in darkness. When in the dark, the bearded dragon's vision is not so good.
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Can bearded dragons smell their owners?

They have even been known to bite the hands of owner's if they still smell like food or rodents. Bearded dragons actually smell with their tongues, meaning they essentially must lick things to smell them.
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Are bearded dragons dumb?

A new study published in Royal Society Open Science has found that a temperature increase on the scale expected from climate change can make bearded dragons dumber. Bearded dragons are Australian lizards that have become popular as pets, and like other reptiles, they're not as dumb as they might seem.
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What tricks can you teach a bearded dragon?

Best of all, you can teach them to come to you on command, potty-train them, and even teach them to walk on a leash. You'll be able to enjoy your dragon's companionship for roughly 10 years, and if you follow our tips, you'll be equipped to teach them plenty of tricks during their lifetime.
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Do bearded dragons have a third eye?

As weird as it may sound, bearded dragons have a third eye that is located at the top of their head. Even though it functions very differently from the other two eyes, it still serves an important function in the bearded dragon's survival and life.
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