History at CuriOdyssey

The bearded dragon came to CuriOdyssey in January 2023. Originally hatched in a classroom, the bearded dragon lived with a student in the class until he needed rehoming.

Date of Birth

Hatched on 12/2/2018.

Fun Facts about Bearded Dragon

When approached by a predator, the dragon relies on camouflage as a first defense. But if the predator persists, the dragon will puff out its beard and flatten out its body to appear larger.

Bearded dragons have a rich language of gestures but are not known to have any vocal abilities. Head bobbing, gaping mouth, flattening the body, tilting their body as they circle one another, swishing tails, using their tongue to check out one another, waving, staring and ritualistic sparring matches are a few of the many gestures these dragons use to communicate.

What do Bearded Dragons eat?

In the wild, Bearded Dragons eat vegetation (including fruit and flowers), small vertebrates and invertebrates. At CuriOdyssey, the bearded dragon is served crickets, superworms, baby mice, fruits, vegetables and leafy greens.

How long do Bearded Dragons live?

In the Wild: 7 to 10 years.
Under human care: 10 to 15 years on average, but up to 20 years old has been reported.

Where do Bearded Dragons live?

Bearded Dragons live in rocky semi-arid desert to arid woodlands. Their geographic range is South Eastern and Central Australia.

Are Bearded Dragons endangered?

No special animal conservation status; however, since the 1960s Australia has strictly prohibited exports of any native wildlife. All Bearded Dragons are captive-raised in the U.S. and all come from a European stock.

 

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Your contribution helps provide my food, toys, and medical care. I’ll stay at the museum, and you’ll get a photo of me and a certificate as reminders of your generosity. Check out our adoption section and see all of our adoption levels.