How to Raise Bearded Dragons
  • 1. What is the ideal temperature range for a bearded dragon's basking spot?
A) 120-130°F
B) 80-90°F
C) 100-110°F
D) 60-70°F
  • 2. What type of lighting is essential for a bearded dragon to properly metabolize calcium?
A) Infrared
B) LED
C) UVB
D) Incandescent
  • 3. How often should a juvenile bearded dragon be fed insects?
A) 2-3 times per day
B) Once per month
C) Once per week
D) Once 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) Collard greens
B) Avocado
C) Iceberg lettuce
D) Spinach
  • 6. What is the recommended humidity level for a bearded dragon enclosure?
A) 60-70%
B) 10-20%
C) 30-40%
D) 80-90%
  • 7. How often should a bearded dragon's enclosure be cleaned?
A) Once per month
B) Only when it smells
C) Once per year
D) Regularly (spot clean daily, deep clean weekly)
  • 8. What is a good substrate choice for a bearded dragon enclosure?
A) Pine shavings
B) Cedar shavings
C) Reptile carpet
D) Sand
  • 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) Risk of impaction
D) It's too expensive
  • 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) Increased appetite
D) Rapid shedding
  • 12. What type of insect is a good staple food for bearded dragons?
A) Fireflies
B) Ants
C) Ladybugs
D) Dubia roaches
  • 13. What is the minimum size enclosure recommended for an adult bearded dragon?
A) 30-gallon tank
B) 10-gallon tank
C) 40-gallon breeder tank
D) 20-gallon tank
  • 14. How often should a bearded dragon be given a bath?
A) 1-2 times per week
B) Once per month
C) Never
D) Every day
  • 15. What is the purpose of a hide in a bearded dragon's enclosure?
A) To hold water
B) To increase humidity
C) To provide a basking spot
D) To provide a secure hiding space
  • 16. What supplement should be given to bearded dragons to ensure proper calcium levels?
A) Vitamin B12
B) Calcium with D3
C) Vitamin C
D) Iron
  • 17. What is the typical lifespan of a bearded dragon in captivity?
A) 20-30 years
B) 1-2 years
C) 5-10 years
D) 15-20 years
  • 18. What is the best way to determine the sex of a young bearded dragon?
A) By checking for femoral pores (more prominent in males)
B) By their size
C) By their color
D) It's impossible to tell until they are adults
  • 19. What is a common cause of tail rot in bearded dragons?
A) Too much UVB light
B) Infection from injury or poor shedding
C) A lack of insects in their diet
D) Too much calcium
  • 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) Consult with a veterinarian
B) Leave it alone and hope it starts eating again
C) Force-feed the dragon
D) Increase the temperature of the basking spot
  • 22. What is the appropriate size for insects fed to a bearded dragon?
A) Large enough to fill the dragon up
B) Any size is fine
C) No larger than the space between the dragon's eyes
D) Only very small insects
  • 23. What is the best way to provide water for a bearded dragon?
A) Deep water dish
B) Shallow water dish and occasional misting
C) No water is needed
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 fighting
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) Breathing
C) Seeing
D) Hearing
  • 26. What is a common reason for shedding problems in bearded dragons?
A) Low humidity
B) Too much UVB light
C) Overfeeding
D) High humidity
  • 27. What behavior might indicate a female bearded dragon is gravid (pregnant)?
A) Decreased appetite
B) Increased basking
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) Grab it quickly
C) Support its body and legs
D) Squeeze it tightly
  • 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 and cooler end
D) Hot basking spot only
  • 30. Which of the following fruits should be given to bearded dragons sparingly due to high sugar content?
A) Dandelions
B) Turnip Greens
C) Mustard Greens
D) Bananas
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