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Bearded Dragon Vivarium
Are you planning to keep a bearded dragon as a pet in your home?
If the answer is yes, then you would be well advised to create a natural environment and a mini-eco system which can enable your pet to experience its natural habitat. A Vivarium is a wonderful place for your pet rather than just using a rabbit hutch or a hamster cage.
A fairly large vivarium is needed for your pet to ensure that it enjoys a natural habitat.
Normally, an adult bearded dragon vivarium must be at least 5 feet in length, 2 feet wide and about 2 feet high. It must be spacious enough so that your adult pet can move around without any difficulty.
A Bearded dragon must be able to climb to the highest point without scraping its nose and be able to enjoy moving around without getting cramped.
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Your Bearded Dragon Vivarium must be placed in your home;
(2) in a place where it can receive ample light, round the clock. Do not keep it in the innermost area of your home like a dining room; try to keep it in a place where the lights remain ON even during the night.
In addition, it must be a well ventilated area where you can receive enough natural sun light without the need for artificial lighting.
Even though a bearded dragon vivarium may cost you more than a rabbit hutch or an aquarium, it is a worthwhile option to be able to offer your pet this natural environment. Obviously, it will enhance the lifespan of your pet and create a great relationship with your bearded dragon.
If your pet dragon is healthy, it can live for a life span of eight to ten years. Therefore, if you have purchased a vivarium for $250, the yearly cost is not really going to be such a large amount.
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If you have a creative mind and DIY skills, you could go about building up your own vivarium using glass and timber. You can cut it into the required size and build it on your own at home. This would really help you to save money but on the other hand be sure you have the talent and resources to carry out the task without difficulty.
Use the guide above to lay out your bearded dragon vivarium and this will be in keeping to your pets requirements.
The Bearded dragon originates from the deserts of Australia, a very hot region and keeping the heat up in the vivarium is necessary to keep it healthy and to help prevent any illnesses.
If your bearded dragon opens its mouth wide, it is showing you that it is too hot and the temperature must be adjusted and brought down.
When it feels too hot switch off the lights and create a natural environment so that it can stay comfortable.