The central bearded dragon (Pagona vitticeps) is a semi-arboreal lizard found in eastern and central Australia. They are opportunistic eaters and bask in the sun to maintain high body temperatures.
Stats
- Population: Unknown
- Life Span: 6-15 Years
- Top Speed: 9 MPH
- Weight: 8.8-18 Ounces
- Length 19.7-24 Inches
Geographical Distribution
Continents:
- Oceania
Biomes:
- Forest
- Savanna
- Shrubland
- Woodland
Diet (Omnivores)
- Insects
- Small rodents
- Spiders
- Lizards
- Plants
Fun Facts
Fact #1
Bearded dragons can puff out their throat (commonly referred to as a beard) to intimidate predators when threatened.
Fact #2
Their tails and legs don’t grow back like other lizards do.
Fact #3
Bearded dragons use body posture to signal and communicate with each other. A hand wave signals submission while a head bob signals dominance.
Fact #4
Bearded dragons are primarily carnivores as juveniles and transition to be mostly herbivores as adults.