What is glass surfing?

When a lizard is frantically trying to climb up the side of its enclosure it's said to be glass surfing. Glass surfing, also known as glass dancing, looks like it sounds - a lizard's belly is rubbing on the glass of its tank and its little legs are paddling as if it's body surfing on the glass.

What does glass surfing mean?

Glass surfing could be summed up as the frantic behavior of a bearded dragon attempting to climb the glass of their tank. This behavior (a.k.a glass dancing) is usually repetitive in the sense that a beardie will continue to attempt to climb the glass over and over.

What do I do if my bearded dragon is glass surfing?

Make sure that your lizard cannot see another reptile (or any other pet) from within its enclosure. If your beardie becomes stressed by seeing its reflection in the glass, add a background border or otherwise adjust lighting to reduce glare and reflections. You can also try switching to another enclosure without glass.

Why does bearded dragon scratch at glass?

If the temperatures are too high, your bearded dragon won't be able to thermoregulate and will try to hide inside its hideout, dig and scratch the glass to get out. There might be many other issues that can make your bearded dragon stressed. Lights might be too bright, or dark.

Why is my bearded dragon head bobbing?

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. You may see head bobbing in your pet as they try to establish dominance in their tank.

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What does it mean when a bearded dragon licks you?

If your bearded dragon licks you frequently it's either showing affection towards you or showing that it feels comfortable with its surroundings. Bearded dragons are one of the few reptiles that show affection for their human companions and licking is a sign that you and your beardie are sharing some quality time.

Do bearded dragons wave at you?

When a bearded dragon waves at their owner, there's a good chance it's an acknowledgment that they know their owner is in charge. While you obviously know this already, your beardie might have the urge to communicate this from time to time. There's no harm in it, and it's rather cute!

Why is my bearded dragon so hyper?

Three main factors may influence your bearded dragon's hyperactivity: temperature, age, and lighting. For one, it is perfectly normal for your bearded dragon to have high energy levels. After all, if you are new to raising and keeping bearded dragons, the only exposure you may have had before was in pet stores.

Is 120 too hot for bearded dragon?

A: While beardies can withstand a wide variety of temperatures, here is what I always tell owners. The focal basking hot spot should be between 100 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit. If your beardie is not sitting in the hot spot, gaping with its mouth open, then it probably isn't hot enough.

Why is my fish glass surfing?

“Glass surfing” is when a fish – such as betta fish, gouramis, and cichlids – repeatedly swims up and down along the tank walls. It could be caused by stress, boredom, defense of territory, and other reasons.

Why is my leopard gecko glass surfing?

Leopard geckos may glass surf because they are exploring their environment or because they're bored, hungry, or cold. Leopard geckos may also glass surf in an attempt to get away from mites or other geckos in the enclosure that may be irritating them.

Do bearded dragons get bored?

You may even find your bearded dragon scratching at the glass from time to time. This behavior is generally associated with restlessness and boredom. As a bearded dragon owner you want to keep your reptile friend entertained and have fun with him as well.

Why is my bearded dragons beard black?

A male will display a dark beard to indicate his authority over smaller males and females in his territory. He may accomplish this with head-bobbing, which also is a dominance indicator. A black beard serves as a warning to other males to keep away from this dragon's female.

Why is my bearded dragons mouth open?

When a bearded dragon reaches its thermal maximum, it will often sit with its mouth open. This behavior, called gaping, shows that the lizard is at its optimal temperature for basking. This gaping will allow a bearded dragon to dissipate extra body heat.

Why are bearded dragons black?

Temperature change is the most common reason for a beardie to turn black. Since these reptiles thrive on high heat, darker shades help absorb heat faster than other colors. So, when it gets cold and chilly, they turn their skin black to soak up and absorb as much heat as possible.

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 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.

Do bearded dragons like to be stroked?

In our vast experience owning and dealing with bearded dragons, they do enjoy being petted as long as they're properly socialized to being handled. For evidence, take a look at how a bearded dragon tends to close its eyes and relax when petted.

What happens if a bearded dragon gets high?

Can bearded dragons get high? Yes they can, but with several negative consequences. The endocannabinoid system of bearded dragons makes them prone to several health issues after getting high. Bearded dragons could vomit, find it difficult to move, become very lethargic, or even die.

What does it mean when a bearded dragon lifts its tail?

If your bearded dragon's tail is up, your pet is most likely feeling alert. You may often spot this body sign while the bearded dragon is hunting for prey such as Dubia roaches and crickets.

Should I wave back at my bearded dragon?

Should I Wave Back At My Bearded Dragon? Generally speaking, there is nothing wrong with the idea of waving back at your beardie. If he is showing submissiveness, he will not suddenly become dominant if you do the same back.

Why is my bearded dragons poop red?

Red Bearded Dragon Poop can be a result of something your dragon has recently eaten. Their stool could be red if they were given raspberries or beets. Do not mistake this for blood. Traces of blood in their poop can be a sign of a serious issue (e.g. internal bleeding or parasites).

Why does my bearded dragon closes his eyes when I pet him?

If your bearded dragon is sitting on you and you pet them and they close their eyes, they are not feeling comfortable. Stop petting them when they exhibit this behavior. You are much bigger than they are, and they are trying to show you they are not a threat by closing their eyes.

Why does my bearded dragon puff up when I go near him?

They're Scared or Stressed. This is probably the most common reason why bearded dragons puff up. The use of a defense mechanism is a widespread behavior within the animal kingdom. By looking larger and more threatening, the animal tries to frighten off a would-be predator.