Why is my Chinese water dragon lethargic?
If your Chinese water dragon is not moving around much and is lethargic, that could be caused by a lot of various reasons. Your Chinese water dragon might not be moving around much and sleeping a lot due to very low or high cage temperatures, stress, old age, illness (deficiencies, infections etc.) and more.
What kind of body does a Chinese water dragon have?
Chinese water dragons range from a dark to quite light green. They have vertical, slanted stripes of green or turquoise on their bodies. Their bellies are white or pale yellow, and their throats are a blend of yellow, orange, and peach. The long tail is narrow and banded with green and brown.
Is the Chinese water dragon a good pet?
Water dragons are a species of Asian lizard that people commonly keep as pets. They’re also known as Chinese water dragons, green water dragons, Thai water dragons, and Asian water dragons. Despite their dragon-like appearance, water dragons are harmless. These docile lizards make good pets, and can be quite friendly when handled frequently.
What kind of lizard is a water dragon?
Water Dragon. Water dragons are a species of Asian lizard that people commonly keep as pets. They’re also known as Chinese water dragons, green water dragons, Thai water dragons, and Asian water dragons. Despite their dragon-like appearance, water dragons are harmless.
What to do if your chinese water dragon has an egg?
Consult a vet immediately if you think your dragon has an egg stuck within her body. Buy your pet from a reputable breeder or pet store. Captive-bred Chinese water dragons will adapt better to captivity than wild-caught. Additionally, wild-caught water dragons are usually rife with internal and external parasites.
What is the most difficult part of caring for a Chinese water dragon?
By far, the most difficult aspect of Chinese water dragon care is finding the right enclosure. In many cases, owners have to custom build the enclosure because of the lizard’s unique needs. These reptiles are arboreal. That means they like to climb (a lot).
The Chinese water dragon is one of our favorite reptiles, hands down. These creatures are beautiful, friendly, and a lot of fun to own! But due to their popularity, there are many new owners who are underprepared and unable to provide their pets with proper care.
What kind of insects can a Chinese water dragon eat?
Out of all feeder insects, the best ones are Black soldier fly larvae. That’s because they are highest in calcium and rather low in phosphorus (Ca:P ratio of 1.5:1), and you can skip gut-loading them. Make sure to offer your Chinese water dragon a variety of live insects, as they love variety and can become bored with same food quickly.
What does the head bobbing of a Chinese water dragon mean?
Both male and female Chinese water dragons can be exhibiting head bobbing and arm waving. These behaviors often mean aggression and display of dominance. In groups of Chinese water dragons, there will be a dragon that shows dominance, hence displaying these behaviors.
