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