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I recently got a baby beardie and it is VERY jumpy.If I reach in the cage it runs and runs and if I corner it,it opens its mouth and tries to bite.I havent had this problem in the past.It is very healthy too.Is this normal and will it stop,do I just need to keep holding it,or whats the deal?thanks guys.

Mike
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3 American Alligators
1.0 Albino Burm
1.0 Green Tree Python
0.1 Veild Chameleon
1.0 Red Eyed Tree Frog
1.0 Bearded Dragon

"Never insult an Alligator until you have crossed the river"-oriental proverb

It's normal. The little baby bearded dragon doesn't know yet you are not planning to eat it. I would give it a week or two to get used to his new home then start handling him for brief perods, or just putting your arm into the cage away from your dragon, so he gets used to have it around. Then when you can move your hand right beside your dragon without him running, gently scoop him into your hand and lift him out for a few minutes, then put him gently back. Increase time out of the cage a few minutes every other day or week. Try to put him back into the cage only after he has calmed down a moment in your hands, so he learns flipping out won't necessarly get him back in his cage.
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PHLdyPayne