I was thinking about getting a bearded dragon and just wanted to try to get some information first. What type of enclosure will a hatchling need, and how big should it be whrn it reaches maturity, also what types of light/heat and substrate are needed. thank you very much for the help
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bearded dragon info
jerseyboy
Nov 30, 2003 06:53 PM
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Christyj
Nov 30, 2003 09:01 PM
What type of enclosure will a hatchling need.
**A hatchling can start in a 10 gallon tank, but most people get larger due to the growth rate.
and how big should it be whrn it reaches maturity
Around 18-20 inches is the average
also what types of light/heat
**A basking light w/temp of 100
**A UVB flourescent, a Reptisun 5.0
You can also get an "all in one bulb" A mercury vapor bulb.
Buy online if you do (avg price is 40-45 dollars.
substrate:
For hatchlings paper towel, shelfliner, butchers paper, newspaper.
Adult substrate is highly debatable, after using many substrates, I went with shelfliner, looks nice, easy to clean and disinfect.
I would suggest a search of "bearded dragon care" fo more info.
Here's a few good ones to start with.
Beginnersbasics.com
beardiecrazy.com
beautifuldragons.com
tncbeardies,com
beardiekingdom.com
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