What should I do if my bearded dragon just laid eggs?

What should I do if my bearded dragon just laid eggs?

Help, my bearded dragon just laid eggs! We hear it all the time, “My bearded dragon just laid eggs, what do I do?” If your female bearded dragon starts scratching and digging constantly around her cage and looks fatter than usual, chances are she is about to lay a clutch of eggs.

Can a female bearded dragon lay an infertile clutch?

If your female bearded dragon starts scratching and digging constantly around her cage and looks fatter than usual, chances are she is about to lay a clutch of eggs. If she wasn’t around a male dragon, it is still possible that she is cycling her eggs and will lay an infertile clutch.

Can a female dragon lay eggs around a male dragon?

If she was around a male dragon, they are most likely fertile and you have to decide if you want to hatch them or not. First, you must provide a place for her to dig and lay her eggs.

How long does it take for a dragon egg to hatch?

Any time from 50 to 75 days, you will see them begin to sweat or cave in. This is when the baby has peirced the side of the egg and will begin to make his way out. Within a couple hours, you should be able to see their noses.

When to worry about a bearded dragon laying eggs?

If you suspect that your bearded dragon is gravid and going to lay eggs, you’ll want to make sure you provide he r with a lay box and also adjust her diet to keep her healthy and make her birthing process as easy on her as possible.

When do bearded dragons start brumating in Australia?

For instance, bearded dragons living in the southern hemisphere (such as in Australia) will typically begin brumating around March/April and may remain brumating as late into the year as August or September.

How long does it take a bearded dragon to go back to normal?

Also, don’t expect them to have much of an appetite either. How long it will take your bearded dragon to go back to normal will vary on a case by case basis, with some beardies acting like their normal selves within a few days and others taking a whole month. Just be make sure to be patient.

Why does a bearded dragon flatten out in the Sun?

Whether in the sun or under their basking bulb, a dark bearded dragon is simply trying to just warm themselves up. Additionally, you may notice your bearded dragon during this time flatten out, kind of similar to a pancake. This is also a mechanism they’ll use to warm up as it enlarges their body, allowing them to attract more heat.