Do bearded dragons slow down in winter?
Brumation is a term used for the hibernation-like state that cold blooded animals such as bearded dragons adopt during winter. When a beardie brumates it slows down and movement is limited during cold weather. They may also become sluggish and will be less interested in eating.
What should I do when my Beardie comes out of hibernation?
When your beardie finally does come out of hibernation itβs best to let them slowly come back to normal. Donβt start handling them like you normally do give them a few days to maybe a week or two as they will be more aggressive during this time.
Why do bearded dragons come out of hibernation?
This gives them refuge from the light and also makes them feel safe. Bearded dragons can often times come out of hibernation incredibly wrinkly and dehydrated so always keep a fresh bowl of water at their disposal.
How long has my bearded dragon been asleep?
Shirley, my Bearded Dragon, has been asleep for two months so far, and I miss her so. She is going through a natural process called brumation. People have asked me about bearded dragon brumation symptoms, so Iβm going to share with you what I know.
Why does a bearded dragon slow down when it brumates?
Let me explain why. In the wild, a bearded dragon would brumate during the coolers seasons but as weβve adopted them as pets and created a safe and stable environment there are two reasons why they would still slow down which are:
Brumation During Winter Months Brumation generally occurs in older juveniles and adults and is basically the act of hibernation for bearded dragons. If brumation is beginning, your bearded dragon can sleep for days or even weeks at a time and its appetite may drastically slow down or even stop.
How do I know if my bearded dragon is hibernating?
You can tell if your bearded dragon is in brumation because he may have the following symptoms:
- Sleeping more.
- Appetite decreased.
- Going to sleep earlier.
- Hiding in the shade.
- Pooing less (due to eating less)
How long can a beardie go without pooping during brumation?
As brumation can last anywhere from 3 weeks to 4 months, it’s quite possible for your bearded dragon to not poop throughout this entire period if they haven’t eaten. It’s also worth noting that beardies can often wake up during brumation and sometimes want a bite to eat.
