Bearded Dragon press?
Ive done research and got a lot of varied opinion on what i need for one. So what is every thing i need including coop sizes.
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Jarhead have covered the basics. I use newspaper as a substrate as the sand I tried just get everywhere. If you use a fish tank for a viv it can upset some animals because of the reflections and the fact you grasp them from above. You could put paper or something around the outside to reduce reflection. I prefer proper vivs simply because they look nicer. My beardie also has a hide made from a teabag box that he sleeps in at hours of darkness. A spray bottle or tray he can bathe in might also be useful when he sheds.
Answers: Ok, some will say that aquarium tanks are bad for beard dragons because they reflect light. I have used one and hold not had any problems.
However, if you are getting a baby beard dragon, you will need at least a 20 Gal tank, but in recent times remember the bigger you get at first the more $$ you will save in the termination. By the time it is full grown, you will need at least a 55 Gal tank.
Two apt digital probe thermometers. One for the cool end and one for the basking stop. Maintain 75 - 80 degrees cool end and 90 - 105 basking side.
Substrate for the bottom of the container. To start off, use a reptile carpet for your bearded dragon. It is flowing to clean and is 100% safe.
UVA and UVB lighting. Bearded dragons need these lighting's so they can grow stout. Some with have different opinions on Tube Florescent vs Compact. I use compact and own had no issues. Repti-glo are excellent lights to use. This link is for the compact, but you can also get to the tube from it.
http://www.exo-terra.com/en/products/com...
Basking flimsy. Need a good basking light that will provide the right amount of heat your bearded dragon will need within order to properly digest its food and live. I have a 100W Zoo Med and it has worked excellent for me.
Alternate roast source would be good for the cooler winter time. Now at night the temperatures can be a touch cooler, but I try to maintain my cage around 80 degrees at hours of darkness. So I use a ceramic thermal heater which screws within to your normal light outlet. This provides excellent heat for cooler darkness and does not put off any light.
Nice fresh gutloaded crickets. They can not be any bigger than the space between your bearded dragons eyes. You will also inevitability a small cricket container to keep the extra crickets that you buy.
Fresh fruits and vegetables for your beardie. Kale is the best for the bearded dragon. I nurture mine Kale, tomatoes, Strawberries, and Mango and she loves them. It is best to have a 70% protein to 30% F/V diet.
Calcium powder. You need this powder so your bearded dragons bones will grow properly. Without this and the right UVB lighting, your beardie will most likely develope Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) which can be fatal.
Accessories such as a cave, sticks to climb on, dampen dish, and food dish are also needed.
In the end you can spend around $500 -$600 to start your bearded dragon off (includes the price of the beard dragon). yes it can be expensive but they are worth it.
I also recommend you find a good herp vet in your area and catch prices on check ups and stuff like that. Bearded Dragons need to go to the vet of late like your dog, cat, or any other pet would do. But they need a herp/reptile vet.
Lastly, I recommend you find a bearded dragon breader and not buy one from your average or big entitle petstore. A breader will guarantee your beardie whereas the petstore might not.
I am sure I left something out but I know others will add.
Best of luck and it is worth the purchase.
