Can superworms kill a bearded dragon?
Yes, bearded dragons can eat superworms! However, they aren’t considered a great staple insect, and baby bearded dragons should never eat superworms—they pose a serious risk of gut impaction.
How to tell if your bearded dragon has impaction?
A more serious sign of impaction issues could also be a loss of mobility in your beardie’s hind legs. If your pet is dragging his or her back legs as they move about, definitely take action to determine what is causing the issue. A bump along the back of your dragon could also indicate issues with impaction as well.
Why is my bearded dragon not eating anything?
Impaction occurs when your bearded dragon is not able to “pass” something they’ve eaten. The most common causes of impaction are using the wrong substrate (such as loose particle substrates), feeders that are too large or contain hard shells, and inadequate tank temps.
Why is my bearded dragon not moving in his cage?
First and perhaps the least serious of issues could be due to inadequate tank temperatures. When bearded dragons don’t get enough heat, their metabolisms can slow down and lead to them having little energy or appetite. If you witness your bearded dragon not moving much, chances are their cage is a little too cool.
What should I do if my bearded dragon has a bowel movement?
In minor and early cases of impaction, you can often times help your beardie have a bowel movement by acting quickly. If you suspect your bearded dragon is impacted, draw a nice warm bath for them and consider filling it a little more than usual to allow them to swim a bit.
What happens when a bearded dragon has impaction?
When a bearded dragon is suffering from impaction it means the digestive tract is being blocked by a hard mass. This is an extremely serious issue that can be potentially fatal (even in an ordinarily healthy beardie). The reason it’s so serious is that this blockage can cause your bearded dragon to not be able to fully move its bowels.
Impaction occurs when your bearded dragon is not able to “pass” something they’ve eaten. The most common causes of impaction are using the wrong substrate (such as loose particle substrates), feeders that are too large or contain hard shells, and inadequate tank temps.
Can a bearded dragon pass a bowel movement?
Much like us, bearded dragons can become backed up, unable to pass a much-needed bowel movement. However, unlike us… impaction for a bearded dragon is a much more serious issue than simple constipation or bloating that almost always subsides shortly.
Can you force a bearded dragon to move his legs?
Do not push along the spine right now or force your pet to move his legs, as it may injure them. Let your bearded dragon move his legs when he is ready, do not force them, as this can cause permanent damage.
