I am trying my hardest to find a bearded dragon and currently I have a 20 gallon tank...temporary. I was wondering, however, how long a 20 gallon tank would be suitable for a baby beardie until I have to get at least a 40?
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Growth Rate of Beardies
- Thread starter Sunnie116
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rujonesin
A Jonesin Member
3-4 months
I think you might be able to get 3-4 months out of a 20 gallon. Depending on the dragon's size maybe slightly longer but at 4 months in most cases that would be crowded. A smaller cage is actually better for them early on until they get used to chasing down crickets and more settled into being a captive animal. While a 40 gallon would be okay for an adult it would be the minumum size you would want to use. A female would do better in one that small over a male as my males seem to utilize their vailable space a little more.
Good Luck!
Mike
www.outbackdragons.com
I think you might be able to get 3-4 months out of a 20 gallon. Depending on the dragon's size maybe slightly longer but at 4 months in most cases that would be crowded. A smaller cage is actually better for them early on until they get used to chasing down crickets and more settled into being a captive animal. While a 40 gallon would be okay for an adult it would be the minumum size you would want to use. A female would do better in one that small over a male as my males seem to utilize their vailable space a little more.
Good Luck!
Mike
www.outbackdragons.com
starwarsdad
Ye Olde Curmudgeon
Another thing to consider is the cost of lighting. The basking and UV setup is going to be considerably different in a 20 G compared to a 40 G.
It might be wisest to be patient and purchase the 40 G and all the appropriate lights and fixtures. Empty tank syndrome is tough to overcome, but it might be for the best for the health of your future family member...
It might be wisest to be patient and purchase the 40 G and all the appropriate lights and fixtures. Empty tank syndrome is tough to overcome, but it might be for the best for the health of your future family member...
