How to Raise Bearded Dragons
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature range for a bearded dragon's basking spot?
A) 80-90°F
B) 120-130°F
C) 60-70°F
D) 100-110°F
  • 2. What type of lighting is essential for a bearded dragon to properly metabolize calcium?
A) Infrared
B) LED
C) Incandescent
D) UVB
  • 3. How often should a juvenile bearded dragon be fed insects?
A) Once per week
B) 2-3 times per day
C) Once per month
D) Once per day
  • 4. What is a common sign of metabolic bone disease (MBD) in bearded dragons?
A) Bright coloration
B) Lethargy and tremors
C) Rapid growth
D) Increased appetite
  • 5. Which of the following vegetables is safe and healthy for bearded dragons to eat regularly?
A) Avocado
B) Collard greens
C) Iceberg lettuce
D) Spinach
  • 6. What is the recommended humidity level for a bearded dragon enclosure?
A) 60-70%
B) 30-40%
C) 10-20%
D) 80-90%
  • 7. How often should a bearded dragon's enclosure be cleaned?
A) Regularly (spot clean daily, deep clean weekly)
B) Once per year
C) Only when it smells
D) Once per month
  • 8. What is a good substrate choice for a bearded dragon enclosure?
A) Reptile carpet
B) Sand
C) Cedar shavings
D) Pine shavings
  • 9. Why is it important to avoid using sand as a substrate for young bearded dragons?
A) It's too difficult to clean
B) It's too cold
C) It's too expensive
D) Risk of impaction
  • 10. What is brumation?
A) A type of shed
B) A period of dormancy
C) A mating ritual
D) A digestive problem
  • 11. What is a common symptom of respiratory infection in bearded dragons?
A) Rapid shedding
B) Open-mouth breathing
C) Increased activity
D) Increased appetite
  • 12. What type of insect is a good staple food for bearded dragons?
A) Ladybugs
B) Fireflies
C) Dubia roaches
D) Ants
  • 13. What is the minimum size enclosure recommended for an adult bearded dragon?
A) 20-gallon tank
B) 40-gallon breeder tank
C) 30-gallon tank
D) 10-gallon tank
  • 14. How often should a bearded dragon be given a bath?
A) Every day
B) 1-2 times per week
C) Once per month
D) Never
  • 15. What is the purpose of a hide in a bearded dragon's enclosure?
A) To provide a basking spot
B) To hold water
C) To provide a secure hiding space
D) To increase humidity
  • 16. What supplement should be given to bearded dragons to ensure proper calcium levels?
A) Iron
B) Vitamin C
C) Vitamin B12
D) Calcium with D3
  • 17. What is the typical lifespan of a bearded dragon in captivity?
A) 15-20 years
B) 20-30 years
C) 1-2 years
D) 5-10 years
  • 18. What is the best way to determine the sex of a young bearded dragon?
A) By their color
B) By checking for femoral pores (more prominent in males)
C) It's impossible to tell until they are adults
D) By their size
  • 19. What is a common cause of tail rot in bearded dragons?
A) A lack of insects in their diet
B) Too much UVB light
C) Too much calcium
D) Infection from injury or poor shedding
  • 20. Why is it important to dust insects with supplements before feeding them to a bearded dragon?
A) To provide essential vitamins and minerals
B) To make the insects more attractive
C) To help the insects digest
D) To kill any parasites on the insects
  • 21. What should you do if your bearded dragon stops eating for an extended period?
A) Increase the temperature of the basking spot
B) Force-feed the dragon
C) Leave it alone and hope it starts eating again
D) Consult with a veterinarian
  • 22. What is the appropriate size for insects fed to a bearded dragon?
A) No larger than the space between the dragon's eyes
B) Large enough to fill the dragon up
C) Any size is fine
D) Only very small insects
  • 23. What is the best way to provide water for a bearded dragon?
A) Shallow water dish and occasional misting
B) No water is needed
C) Water bottle
D) Deep water dish
  • 24. Why is it important to quarantine new bearded dragons before introducing them to existing ones?
A) To prevent fighting
B) There is no need to quarantine them
C) To prevent the spread of disease
D) To allow them to acclimate to the enclosure
  • 25. What is the primary function of the vent in a bearded dragon?
A) Waste elimination
B) Seeing
C) Breathing
D) Hearing
  • 26. What is a common reason for shedding problems in bearded dragons?
A) Low humidity
B) Too much UVB light
C) High humidity
D) Overfeeding
  • 27. What behavior might indicate a female bearded dragon is gravid (pregnant)?
A) Increased basking
B) Decreased activity
C) Increased digging and restlessness
D) Decreased appetite
  • 28. What is the best way to handle a bearded dragon?
A) Squeeze it tightly
B) Support its body and legs
C) Hold it by the tail
D) Grab it quickly
  • 29. What is the ideal temperature gradient in a bearded dragon enclosure?
A) Same temperature throughout
B) Cool basking spot and hot end
C) Hot basking spot only
D) Hot basking spot and cooler end
  • 30. Which of the following fruits should be given to bearded dragons sparingly due to high sugar content?
A) Bananas
B) Dandelions
C) Mustard Greens
D) Turnip Greens
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