Why does my baby bearded dragon keep waving at me?

Why does my baby bearded dragon keep waving at me?

The most common reason why a bearded dragon waves is as a sign of submission. Where head bobbing displays dominance, and will typically be shown by alpha males or females, waving is a submissive sign usually given by dragons who view themselves in a subservient or beta position.

How many times a day should you hold your baby bearded dragon?

You can hold a bearded dragon for as long as it will tolerate being held. Start with 15 minutes once a day and as it gets used to being handled, you can hold it longer. Some dragons enjoy being held several times a day for several hours. When the beardie becomes restless, it is time to put him back.

Do baby bearded dragons like to be held?

Even though they are solitary animals, most bearded dragons enjoy interacting with their owners. They usually like being held or having their head, cheeks, or chin scratched. Some may pull away or turn their beard black, but they may change their mind if you set them down and try again later.

When to put a baby bearded dragon up for sale?

“Runts” are more likely to have been picked on and have problems later in life. Breeders with good reputations are known to only sell the baby dragons that have demonstrated a healthy appetite and a normal shedding schedule. These dragons usually do not get put up for sale before reaching 4 weeks of age.

How big is a 3 month old bearded dragon?

Bearded Dragon Size Chart Age Size (Length) 1 Month 3-4 inches 2 Months 5-9 inches 3 Months 8-11 inches 4 Months 9-12 inches

Can a bearded dragon be pregnant if there are no males?

This means, that even if your female bearded dragon hasn’t been around any males, she could still be “gravid” AKA pregnant and lay a clutch of infertile eggs. In the weeks leading up to your female laying her eggs, regardless of whether they’re fertile or infertile, she will likely display some specific behaviors.

How long do bearded dragons live in captivity?

You can choose from several color morphs using the drop-down menu. When you buy a baby Bearded dragon from us, you automatically receive our 100% live arrival guarantee. SALE! “Beardies” are extremely easy lizards to care for in captivity, often living well over ten years.