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Old 02-14-2002, 11:35 AM   #1
cavu
Why are Bearded Dragons so expensive? &nbsp;Is it the demand for them right now? &nbsp;Are they hard to breed or something? &nbsp;I remember when Green Iguanas were expensive, but now you can get one for practically nothing. &nbsp;Just wondering <img src="http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/confused.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='???'>
 
Old 02-16-2002, 01:49 PM   #2
hanoverherps
Hi, &nbsp;There's probably more answers than I have for this question, but I'll give you my opinion on this one.... &nbsp;
&nbsp;I'd say, depending on what you're looking for as far as age, sex, and colors will play a big role in the price. &nbsp;Just like most animals/herps/etc... the more unusual the colors, the higher the price. &nbsp;After these high dollar colors get into the market more will take over. &nbsp;
&nbsp;Another thing is the care and time into breeding dragons. &nbsp;I know for a fact they're expensive to keep and breed, since we have close to 50 adults and juveniles! &nbsp;To raise the babies up to a safe size to ship and sell, think about food (thousands of crickets, lbs. and lbs. of greens and veggies), UV lights, heat lights, fixtures, housing, and the list geos on. &nbsp;To keep them healthy and growing, you've got to seperate them, feed them well ( babies/juvies/3 times a day&#33<img src="http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''>, keep their housing cleaned, monitor them, give them baths and swim time, the list goes on. &nbsp;They're not like geckos, snakes, and alot of other reptiles and such that you can put into rack systems with some heat tape and some water and call it a job.
&nbsp;I could go on and on, but what I stated should give you an idea of why they are so much. &nbsp; Keep in mind you can get young dragons that are considered &quot;normals&quot; at a decent price most of the time.
 
Old 02-16-2002, 11:30 PM   #3
Satyrday Reptiles

Hi there <img src="http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''>
Absolutely agree with Bob and Kim, and just wanted to add another note on color. The best looking dragons are SO hard to come by!! spam_While genetics are the most important factor; even when breeding top notch animals, only a few grow out to be really spectaular - and with hatchlings it's next to impossible to tell which ones. Here in the pic are 2 of our breeder females, among our best of 2000, and both looked IDENTICAL as youngsters.
spam_ spam_ But, at the same time - while the demand for beardies seems to be growing, you can get great deals on hatchlings - especially during the summertime. They're not as expensive as you might think! You can get a beardie for $35 or $1000+++
It all depends on what you looking for. <img src="http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/biggrin.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''>
 
Old 02-17-2002, 11:08 AM   #4
cavu
Thanks for all the input. &nbsp;I raise Kingsnakes and Corn snakes and am up against the same problems. &nbsp;I should have been a little more specific I guess. &nbsp;I like all reptiles and decided to keep a couple of terriums in my office &quot;just for me&quot;. &nbsp;I was not looking for anything out of the ordinary, just someting to watch. &nbsp;I guess all of use who keep more than one or two reptiles are always looking to purchse at less than retail. &nbsp;I am no exception <img src="http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/confused.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt='???'> And you all are right, there are a few Beardeds out there priced right, but the shipping pushes the price back up. &nbsp;I guess I will have to stop walking on my lips and wait until I go to the next show.

(I WANT'T IT NOW DADDY! NOW! NOW! NOW&#33<img src="http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''> <img src="http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/mad.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=''>
 

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