| When trying to choose the right pet lizard, there are | | | | 3. Small Beardies can start out in a 15 gallon glass |
| many things to consider. With such a large range of | | | | aquarium with a heat lamp and UVB fluorescent light |
| pet reptiles to choose from there are many | | | | bulb. It is crucial for any type of reptile that you |
| characteristics to consider also. There are red eared | | | | choose for a pet, that you have a UVB light for the |
| sliders, Leopard geckos, Bearded Dragons, Iguanas, | | | | absorption of calcium. Without calcium, their bones will |
| and Chameleon. After many hours of studying and | | | | not form correctly. |
| researching, the bearded dragon was the one we | | | | 4. Diet consists of crickets, meal worms and lettuce. |
| chose as the right pet lizard for our family. | | | | They are usually a very robust type of lizard and |
| There are four basic things to consider when | | | | don't require any type of special care other than a |
| choosing the right pet lizard. | | | | weekly bath and reptile calcium on their food. |
| 1. Size is a consideration. Some lizards like the Iguana | | | | Keeping your aquarium near a window does not give |
| can grow as large as three feet which can cause | | | | your reptile adequate lighting or heat. Always use the |
| quite a problem when trying to find housing for a | | | | proper light bulbs and heat lamp. Use a thermometer |
| lizard of this size. The bearded dragon reaches a | | | | to monitor the temperature for your Beardie. It |
| length of 18-20 inches. | | | | should be between 85-100 degrees. This will maintain |
| 2. Bearded Dragons are docile and easy to care for. | | | | your pet reptiles metabolism for a good appetite and |
| They are great for kids because they are usually | | | | proper digestion. |
| awake during the day and sleep at night. | | | | |