What is a citrus bearded dragon?

If you're a big beardie fan, you might have seen the citrus bearded dragon, otherwise known as the tangerine or yellow bearded dragon. This gorgeous, boldly colored lizard is a real eye-catcher (though some can be neutral tones).

What is a hypo citrus bearded dragon?

high color citrus hypo bearded dragons

Vividly colorful citrus dragons selected from among our citrus hypos for having the most eye popping color. They will develop even more color as they mature, becoming highlighter yellow. All dragons in this group are hypo. They are available in leatherback and normal scale.

How long do citrus bearded dragons live?

They Can Live a Long Time

The average life span of a bearded dragon is between five and eight years, although there are reports of dragons living 12 to 13 years when properly cared for. So be ready to have a beardie for several years if you get one as a pet.

How much is a citrus leatherback bearded dragon?

Leatherback Bearded Dragons can cost anywhere from $100 to $500.

How big do citrus bearded dragons get?

Citrus bearded dragons can grow up to 24 inches total, so their enclosure has to accommodate their size. Adult bearded dragon requires at least a 40-gallon, all-glass tank. Beardies don't climb as much as some other reptiles, but they do love hanging on to larger branches with firm bark.

Citrus Bearded Dragon

How can I tell if my bearded dragon is a leatherback?

Both will have scales, but the leatherbacks scales will be much smaller and smoother on their back. A regular bearded dragon, on the other hand, will have rough, spiked scales all down their back. Of course, individuals will vary, but generally a leatherback will feel and look much smoother.

What do citrus bearded dragons eat?

The correct diet for a bearded dragon should contain protein, greens, vegetables and fruits. Feeding a balanced diet is vital for their health. Feed a split of 25% insects and vertebrates and 75% greens, vegetables, and fruits: Dubia roaches, earthworms, crickets and superworms.

Do bearded dragons miss 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.

Do bearded dragons get lonely?

They don't need to form bonds because they are so well adapted for survival alone. So the answer to this question, in short, is “absolutely not.” Your bearded dragon isn't lonely, and totally loves being the center of your attention, and his heat lamp.

What is the rarest bearded dragon?

One such morph is known as a Paradox bearded dragon. It's one of the rarest morphs in the bearded dragon world, and there's a lot of confusion as to what exactly a Paradox dragon is. These dragons have unique markings without a discernable pattern.

What is a zero bearded dragon?

The Zero morph is a type of leucistic dragon that does not have the usual markings (patterns and colors) that standard bearded dragons have. Their lack of markings is a recessive trait. They are usually silver or gray with the hypomelanistic Zero morphs having an almost white color.

Are Hypo bearded dragons rare?

Hypomelanistic morphs are unable to produce dark patterns and colors. Their nails are also usually clearer than those of other morphs and they simply appear muted in color when compared to that of a standard morph. This morph type is fairly common and has a body type with spikes just like the standard morph.

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Are red bearded dragons rare?

The most popular is the Pogona vitticeps and only four out of eight species are kept as pets. Every type of Bearded Dragon is from Australia but they are all different in appearance. The most common colors are tan, yellow, olive-green, and red.

Do bearded dragons smell?

Again, beardies themselves do not smell but their poop and urine have an odor. Since they are in an enclosure, the smell can build up quite quickly causing it to transfer to your dragon. The best practice is to spot clean 1-2 times a day to take out any droppings in your bearded dragon's tank.

What does head bobbing mean in bearded dragons?

During breeding males will head bob to show their dominance to a female. Males will bob their heads when performing a mating display to initiate courtship. Females show acceptance by bobbing their heads back. Head bobbing can also be a form of aggression and dominance.

What does it mean when a bearded dragon pancakes?

Fear. In the wild, bearded dragons “pancake” as a way to hide from predators. Pancaking also hardens your dragon's spikes to make them appear more intimidating. Domestic bearded dragons often pancake if they are outside (especially if they don't go out often) or if they see a sudden movement.

Can my beardie have an orange?

Beardies should not eat oranges because of the high sugar levels, acetic acid, water content, and fruit acids.

Can Beardies eat bananas?

Let's find out: Can bearded dragons eat bananas? The short answer: yes, they can, but only once or twice a month. The long answer will explain why bearded dragons can eat bananas only once or twice a month.

Do all female bearded dragons lay eggs?

Male bearded dragons cannot make or lay eggs. Only female bearded dragons can lay eggs, whether they or fertilized or not.

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.

What is a premium bearded dragon?

A fancy bearded dragon is a type of bearded dragon that has various variations from the bearded dragon. For instance, a fancy bearded dragon has less scaling and smoother skin and has a color variation which tends to lean more to the red color. Their availability is, however, seasonal.

What are orange bearded dragons called?

Orange – Sunburst and tangerine are common names for varieties of orange bearded dragons that are regularly seen from breeders and in pet stores. Brown and Tan – The most common colors for bearded dragons to display are sandy browns, beiges, and muted tans.