Bearded Dragon
Bearded dragons (their scientific name is Pogona) are a genus of reptiles encompassing eight lizard species. Their name refers to the fact that they have a coat of shiny scales, including a ‘beard’ of spikes under their chin, which expands depending on their mood.
They’re often referred to as ‘beardies’, and their gentle and inquisitive nature makes them popular pets. They’re diurnal creatures (meaning they’re active during the day), and the most common species to have as a pet is the central bearded dragon.
Australia, where bearded dragons are from, is very hot and dry. Bearded dragons that are kept as pets have to be looked after carefully in vivariums specially set up to keep them the right temperature.
They’re often referred to as ‘beardies’, and their gentle and inquisitive nature makes them popular pets. They’re diurnal creatures (meaning they’re active during the day), and the most common species to have as a pet is the central bearded dragon.
Australia, where bearded dragons are from, is very hot and dry. Bearded dragons that are kept as pets have to be looked after carefully in vivariums specially set up to keep them the right temperature.