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smifffy · I've settled in... Joined: 24 Sep 2005 Posts: 21

Next question, sorry about this but I'm new to reptiles as you can probably see and this may seem a silly question but is their a recommended type of vivariums, heating equipment etc for bearded dragons.

One of the books I have been reading says that lizards should be kept on their own and not to purchase them from places were there is more than one in a tank as this causes stress. However, it would appear that in the shops I have been into there is usally 3 or more.

Thanks for your help.

Stuart · Posted: Mon Sep 26, 2005 6:33 pm Post subject:

Melamine wooden viv will be fine for beardies..and yes they can be kept together..I am sure Scott will be able to give you a more in depth answer.

Scott W · Posted: Tue Sep 27, 2005 5:30 pm Post subject:

bearded dragons are fine together, although it's always best to keep the same size animals together.

A cage 4ft by 2ft would be good for 2 or 3 animals.

Heating should be provided by a basking site, a spot light positioned at one end of the viv, this should be on a dimming thermostat (habistat is a good one). Then you need a UV light, this should be mounted approx 10cm from the floor.