Terrarium keeping has made many new exciting species of reptiles including bearded dragons. Originally found in Australia, they gained their remarkable features, such as the spiky beard and the possibility to control the increase and the decrease of their bodies’ sizes with the purpose of communication and temperature regulation.

Dietary Needs

 Bearded dragons are carnivores and herbivores They feed on insects as well as plant materials and vegetables. For them to remain in good health their diet should include a balanced diet from the food groups. These include but not limited to worms, crickets; dubia roaches; silkworms and phoenix worms.

 For plant matter, the vegetables which are safe to feed to the bearded dragons are collard, mustard, turnip, and the wild-dandelion greens, kale, Swiss chard, bok choy, carrots, and squash. These vegetables are important in that they supply required vitamins and minerals.

 Rolly Pollies (Pill Bugs/Woodlice)

 A rolly pollie, also called the pill bug, is a little crustace that scientists sometimes find under rocks in a moist areas. While bearded dragons might show interest in these critters, there are some considerations to keep in mind:While bearded dragons might show interest in these critters, there are some considerations to keep in mind:

  – Digestibility: Rolly pollies have an external covering that can only be frustrating for bearded dragons to chew and swallow.

 – Nutritional Value: They do not contain a lot of the nutrients that bearded dragons require and they may lack adequate proteins, essential vitamins and minerals.

 – Risks: They could be carrying toxins or parasites base on where they feed or develop from and there is always the factor of exposure to pesticides if they are from the treated zones.

  As such, it is better to restrain the consumption of rolly pollies in their diet while emphasizing on better diet for these animals.

  Safe Alternatives

  For a balanced diet, consider providing the following nutritious insects:For a balanced diet, consider providing the following nutritious insects:

  – Dubia Roaches: Rich in protein and having less fat content and these are light on the digestion system.

 – Silkworms : Behaving as a fair source of protein but containing low levels of fat, mostly acceptable to bearded dragons.

 – Phoenix Worm: Small and great for snacking and full of protein and calcium.

 – Crickets: A common bug which is quite rich in protein and other nutrients necessary for a good meal.

 -Mealworms: The foods high in fat and thus should be served sparingly.

 Aside from insects offer diverse safe fruits and vegetables including Blueberries, papaya, apples, mangoes, pears, grapes, peach, raspberries to feed them in order to maintain balance.

 Conclusion

 This is however a very important factor that defines the health of the bearded dragons through taking balanced diets. Providing a combination of insects and plant material adequate needs that are nutritional will be met. When it comes to your bearded dragon’s diet it is crucial to seek advice from a reptile vet to get a custom program of diet.

FAQs

 Which Bug are Dangerous to Feeding Bearded Dragons?

  Fireflies: May contain bioluminescent chemicals which are dangerous.

 Boxelder Bugs: Transport potential threats that may affect bearded dragons.

 Ladybugs: Can make an individual’s skin irritable or suffer from digestion problems due to their chemical secretion that is defensive in nature.

 Any insect, you ask? Well, there are some things that you must know about feeding your Bearded Dragon Insects.

  Yes, bearded dragons are allowed to take several insects for instance crickets, mealworms, superworms, dubia roaches, silkworms and phoenix worms.

 Can Bearded Dragons have Pill Bugs?

 Pill bugs are certainly not part of the diet for commercial foods, but some lizards eat pill bugs, but not the bearded dragons because of their hard exterior and meagre nutritional values.

 Is It Safe To Feed My Baby Bearded Dragon Pill Bugs?

  It is not safe to feed pill bugs to baby bearded dragons. Young dragons must have other meals which are not genetically linked to the fish-lemon product.