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Bearded Dragon
Calm, tolerant of handling
Also known as: beardie, pogona
- Adult weight
- 300–600 g
- Life expectancy
- 10–15 years
- Size
- Small
- Exercise
- Moderate
- Origin
- Australia
- Group
- Lizard
Reference update: · Not veterinary-reviewedNo single breed standard — ranges are typical values for this group.
Health topics to discuss with your vet
- ●Metabolic bone disease (lack of UVB/calcium)Breed-specific association not yet verified.
- ●Gut impactionBreed-specific association not yet verified.
- ●AdenovirusBreed-specific association not yet verified.
- ●ObesityBreed-specific association not yet verified.
Not a diagnosis or a complete risk list. A general condition reference explains a disease but does not establish increased risk in this breed or group. Unsourced associations still need verification.
Care tips
- ✓Strong UVB light and a 38–43 °C basking spot
- ✓Insects plus leafy greens
Calculators for your Bearded Dragon
Sources & review
Reference update 25 October 2026; not an independent veterinary review. Direct breed evidence is identified above. General directories below do not verify every listed health association.
Weight and lifespan are typical ranges for healthy adults from breed standards and veterinary references; individuals vary. Not veterinary advice.