Blood Red Bearded Dragon
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Blood Red Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps) Care Sheet
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
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| Common Name | Blood Red Bearded Dragon |
| Scientific Name | Pogona vitticeps |
| Origin | Australia (arid and semi-arid regions) |
| Adult Size | 16–24 in (40–60 cm) |
| Lifespan | 8–12 years |
| Activity | Diurnal (active during the day) |
Behavior
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Friendly and often interactive; can tolerate regular handling.
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Displays “beard puffing” or color darkening as a stress signal or during dominance displays.
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Basks frequently and enjoys climbing structures in the enclosure.
Enclosure Requirements
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Tank Size: Minimum 40–75 gallons for a single adult; larger is better
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Substrate: Reptile carpet, tile, or safe loose sand (avoid calcium sand ingestion)
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Decor: Branches, rocks, hides, and basking platforms
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Humidity: 30–40% (maintain dryness to prevent respiratory issues)
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Temperature:
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Basking Spot: 100–110°F (38–43°C)
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Ambient: 85–90°F (29–32°C)
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Night: 70–75°F (21–24°C)
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Lighting: Full-spectrum UVB required for proper calcium metabolism
Compatibility
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Best housed singly; adult males may be territorial.
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Females can be housed together if monitored carefully.
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Avoid housing with other species that may bite or stress them.
Diet
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Omnivorous: mix of live insects and vegetables
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Insects: Crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms (treat), superworms (occasionally)
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Vegetables: Collard greens, mustard greens, squash, bell peppers
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Fruits (occasional treats): Berries, melon, papaya
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Supplements: Calcium powder 3x/week, multivitamin 1x/week
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Feeding schedule: Juveniles daily (mostly insects), Adults 4–5x/week (mix of veggies + insects)
Care Tips
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Provide climbing and basking opportunities for exercise and thermoregulation
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Clean enclosure and remove uneaten food daily
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Monitor for signs of metabolic bone disease, shedding issues, or parasites
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Provide shallow water dish; hydration also from vegetables
Breeding
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Oviparous (egg-laying)
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Female lays 15–30 eggs in a sandy or loose soil nest
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Incubation: 55–75 days at 85–90°F (29–32°C)
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Juveniles require higher humidity and frequent feeding
Visual Quick Guide
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🏠 Enclosure: ≥40 gal, climbing & basking structures
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🌡️ Temp: Basking 100–110°F, Ambient 85–90°F, Night 70–75°F
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💧 Humidity: 30–40%
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🍴 Diet: Omnivorous (insects + vegetables + occasional fruits)
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🕒 Activity: Diurnal, enjoys basking and climbing
- ⚠️ Stress: Can show beard darkening, avoid overcrowding
Please note: We don't ship live animals. You can order online and choose click and collect at checkout
