What wattage bulb should I use for my bearded dragon?

What wattage bulb should I use for my bearded dragon?

A 100-watt bulb is appropriate for a 40-gallon tank. Bearded dragon owners must also be conscious of nighttime temps. If the room that the enclosure is housed in does not fall below 65°F, no additional nighttime heat source is needed.

Why is my bearded dragon not moving its back legs?

Another possible reason why your bearded dragon is not moving its front or back legs is because of impaction. Your bearded dragon might become impacted with food (feeder insects or salad pieces that are too large), substrate (loose substrate such as sand, pebbles, coco fiber, shells) and other small objects.

Can a bearded dragon tell you what’s wrong?

Although bearded dragons cannot tell us what’s wrong, they can exhibit tell-tale signs for many ailments. Signs of stress for a bearded dragon can be displayed in many ways. It’s up to us as their owner to be able to read these signs to figure out what might be wrong.

Why does a bearded dragon sleep in the dark?

Unlike most lizards, bearded dragons prefer to sleep at night in the dark. That means that there’s a chance that a particularly dark, rainy day may make your bearded dragon a little extra sleepy. This is totally normal, and you may even recognize this sleepy response to a stormy day in yourself or your other pets.

What kind of day does a bearded dragon have?

Bearded dragons are active lizards and they spend their days walking around the tank, eating or hunting for food, climbing, basking and generally exploring. But sometimes, your bearded dragon might become lethargic due to different reasons.

What does it mean when a bearded dragon is lazy?

A bearded dragon acting lethargic could be a serious sign of a possible health issue. If your bearded dragon is just being lazy, don’t be too concerned, but keep a close eye on their behavior for the next few days.

What should I do if my bearded dragon is acting lethargic?

A mercury vapor bulb can be used to supply both radiant heat and UV radiation. If temperatures are in the correct range for the age of your bearded dragon, and it’s not the right time of year for brumation to occur, and your bearded dragon is still acting lethargic you may need to seek the advice of a reptile veterinarian. Additional Reading…

Is there such thing as an unhealthy bearded dragon?

There are also times when an unhealthy bearded dragon may start showing signs or symptoms of a condition without you really knowing it. Unfortunately, an unhealthy bearded dragon can not tell us what is wrong. It is very important to pay attention to tell-tale signs that something might be amiss.

Is it normal for bearded dragon to open its mouth?

It can be very common for the bearded dragon to open its mouth while on the basking perch for short periods of time. This is a way to cool off while directly under the basking bulb. This behavior is very similar to the way a dog pants to cool off and completely normal. If slack jaw is suspected seek a reptile veterinarian immediately.