How big of a cage do bearded dragons need?

Habitat. Full-grown beardies grow up to two feet long, so they need a terrarium that’s 40 gallons or larger. They’re cold-blooded and must have a warm environment.

What kind of Cage does a bearded dragon need?

A juvenile bearded dragon should be housed in a 10 gallon glass aquarium tank. The tank size will have to increase as the beardie grows. Adults require a 20-50 gallon long glass aquarium tank. Because beardies love to climb, provide vertical space with lots of branches.

How long is a 40 gallon bearded dragon tank?

36″ x 18″ x 18″
40 Gallon Terrarium (36″ x 18″ x 18″) with sliding screen top.

What should you not put in a bearded dragon tank?

Make sure you don’t use vinyl or linoleum, which are too slippery for your bearded dragon’s claws to gain any traction. The other issue with those materials is they retain a lot of heat and there is nowhere for it to escape in your dragon’s tank, so it can burn your dragon.

Can 2 bearded dragons live together?

Territorial Creatures Never keep a pair of two male bearded dragons in the same enclosure. A pair of two females might work, however. A male and a female together might work, too, but it’s important to be aware of the likely possibility of reproduction.

Do bearded dragons need a heat lamp at night?

Most UVB bulbs do not produce much heat, so a heat lamp should also be provided for basking. White lights should not be used at night as bearded dragons need darkness for proper sleep.

Can a tank be too big for a bearded dragon?

Full Grown Bearded Dragon Tank Size Regular adult bearded dragons should be in a tank at least 55 gallons, but ideally 75 gallons. Dragons upwards of 20 inches should be kept in a tank no smaller than 75 gallons and ideally 120 gallons.

What lights do bearded dragons need?

UVB lighting is crucial to the health of your bearded dragon; you should be providing UVB in conjunction with your UVA or daytime heat bulb. Together the UVA and UVB will help imitate the sun, giving your bearded dragon the benefits from it to help live a happy and healthy life!

What can live with a bearded dragon?

In general, reptiles are better off housed individually. Certain lizards (bearded dragons, anoles, geckos) and chelonians (turtles and tortoises) can live successfully together when set up properly in same-species tanks.

How do I entertain my bearded dragon?

Add a few toys, such as a small beach ball or a rubber duck, and watch your baby dragon have fun. Or allow him to enjoy a run on the lawn. There’s nothing better than a run through the grass, especially for a bearded dragon.