I just got a baby bearded dragon 2 days ago. When i first put him in the cage he ate about 7 crickets, since then he has not ate once. is this normal or am i doing something wrong?
2006-09-06 15:29:25 · 6 answers · asked by anniekruff@sbcglobal.net 1 in Pets ➔ Reptiles
Beardies dont eat everyday, I have 2 bearded dragons one is full grown the other is just a beardie, he only eats crickets twice a week, at the very most. Like on Wednesdays and Saturdays. To maintain his health buy some calcium powder and sprinkle them on the crickets before you feed him it is an excellent source of nutrition for them. Also make sure he has adequate heat then need at least 98 degrees or higher to properly digest. Invest in a reptile heating rock or one of those sheets you put under the glass so he can lay on it. Lastly give him lots of romain (greenleaf) and carrots and a couple of apples as a treat. Good Luck
2006-09-06 15:31:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
First off, make sure you have the proper lights. You need a UVB bulb and a basking bulb. And the basking spot needs to be the right temperature. They HAVE to have the correct temperature to digeat their food. And they don't eat just crickets. They also need diced fruits and veggies and vitamin/mineral supplements. Sounds like you have alot of research to do, or else that poor baby dragon is going to die. Try this site:
http://www.kingsnake.com/gladescs/bearded/
2006-09-06 15:33:31 · answer #2 · answered by Amanda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try cutting up small mealworms. He may have trouble chasing the crickets. Also, when you're feeding him greens, make sure you cut it in very, very small bites. Hold him and make him feel loved. This will make his adjustment to life without his mom go smoother. Good luck.
2006-09-07 07:03:26 · answer #3 · answered by givebup 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most lizards only eat once a week. Twice a week when they are older and bigger. Give him a few more days and try feeding him again. Good Luck
2006-09-06 18:37:06 · answer #4 · answered by LIFE-SAVER 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Reptiles don't eat like we do. They store food and then are able to spend a long time without eating. However, in your case I think he is still adjusting to a new environment. Just leave him be for a wile.
2006-09-06 15:33:13 · answer #5 · answered by Pedro ST 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
go ask a pet shop owner and if they can't help, ask the vet.
people on yahoo answers cannot diagnose a problem without seeing the lizzard
2006-09-06 15:31:32 · answer #6 · answered by RandomChickSam 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋