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dianedfisher
at Sun Apr 3 16:32:03 2005 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by dianedfisher ]
if this is happening on a regular basis (and from your post you indicate it is) it is a condition called "mouth gaping". There could be several causes:
1. Humidity in environment too low
2. Temps in environment either too high (above 88F) or too low (below 80F) on a consistent basis
3. Respiratory infection (usually caused by temps too low for too long a period). This condition is serious and usually requires antibiotic treatment from a qualified exotic vet.
You should do a search on "mouth gaping" and read up on it's causes and treatments.
BTW, the 10 gallon aquarium was a waste of money. I hope the pet store gave you a care sheet mandating UVB lighting, diurnal lighting and temps of 84-88F (70-75 at night). Save up, unless you are planning to build an enclosure in the next 30-60 days, you should purchase at least a 60 gallon tank which should last till your dragon is 18 months or so. Also remember, these guys are arboreal lizards and like to climb so he needs lots of branches and climby things!
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RE: New Water Dragon - dianedfisher, Sun Apr 3 16:32:03 2005