Why is my bearded dragon tail discolored?
When a bearded dragon has tail rot, it will change color to a dark brown or black color because it’s become necrotic tissue, as discussed above. If your bearded dragon has always had a darker tail then there is little to worry about – check with your vet to make sure that everything is fine.
How can you tell if a bearded dragon has tail rot?
If your bearded dragon is suffering from tail rot then the first obvious sign will be the darkening of their tail. Many bearded dragons can have dark tails naturally, but those that develop a blackening of their tail are most likely either stressed OR suffering from tail rot.
What are the signs of an unhealthy bearded dragon?
Soft or runny stool could be a sign that your bearded dragon has a possible internal parasite or an inadequate diet. Feeding a bearded dragon lettuce can cause a runny stool and cause malnutrition. A yellow tinged urate (the end of the poop that is usually white) can be a sign of dehydration.
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.
What should I do if my bearded dragon is shedding?
If it’s a shedding issue, try giving the bearded dragon a bath in warm water. Let it soak for about 15 – 20 minutes to help loosen the skin. Use a small cup to gently pour water over the bearded dragon’s head to wet the head and face.
If your bearded dragon is suffering from tail rot then the first obvious sign will be the darkening of their tail. Many bearded dragons can have dark tails naturally, but those that develop a blackening of their tail are most likely either stressed OR suffering from tail rot.
When does a bearded dragon change its color?
A Bearded Dragon may change color when it is cold and requires extra warmth to reach a comfortable temperature. It usually occurs in the early morning after the reptile has woken up from its nighttime sleep. Typically, the discoloration fades as the lizard warms up.
What causes a bearded dragon’s beard to turn black?
When illness, fear, or anger causes a Bearded Dragon to stress, they may change their color to a darker color, or even black. Male Bearded Dragons often display a change in color on their ‘beard’. When accompanied with head bobbing, this may be a warning sign that the reptile is angry or agitated.
Soft or runny stool could be a sign that your bearded dragon has a possible internal parasite or an inadequate diet. Feeding a bearded dragon lettuce can cause a runny stool and cause malnutrition. A yellow tinged urate (the end of the poop that is usually white) can be a sign of dehydration.
Why does my bearded dragon look GREY?
The main causes of a bearded dragon turning grey would be that the animal is cold and is trying to warm itself, thus darkening its colouring to heat up.
