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