In General

The bearded dragon is a fairlry common site in Redland gardens during the warmer months. They put on a formidable display when threatened, puffing out a flap of skin under the bottom jaw as well as inflating their body to give themselves the impression of appearing larger than they are.

That said though, they have a fairly placid nature for a wild animal. The adult males can be distinguished by their big, black 'beard'.

Diet

Leaves, fruit, berries, as well as insects, worms, grubs and small reptiles.

Habitat

Woodlands, dry eucalypt forest as well as suburban gardens.

Breeding

Sexual maturity is reached about 18 months. Breeding occurs in Spring. The female will lay a clutch of about 20 eggs in a hole dug in leaf litter or sandy soil. The eggs hatch about 3 months later with the young completely independent.

Conservation status

Common