Female and Enclosure Size

[drpkckmurphy22]

When fully grown, are females usually smaller than males?? Also can a full grown female live in a 20 gallon or is that too small? Thanks

 

[lizard_of_aus]

Hi Matthew Females are not necessarily larger than males, they can be, but it's not the rule. Males will have larger heads and thicker tail bases than females (usually but not always). The adult beardie will weigh anywhere from 350 to 600 grams usually. As for the enclosure size, an adult beardie, whether male or female need no less than a 40 gallon breeder sized aquarium, larger is better. I built a 4 ft x 2 ft x 2 ft enclosure for $150 for the wood and all the supplies. A 20 gallon long is fine for a young dragon up to the length of 12", then you will have to put them in something larger. Beardies don't climb as much as other lizards do, so they need more floor space to move around. I hope this helps you :main_thumbsup:

 

[lizard_of_aus]

beardie enclosure

I forgot to post a pic for you!

This is the enclosure I built, using Crossfire enclosure plans. This is Daku's home...he is 22 inches long and weighs 520 grams.

 

[TheWolfmanTom]

Size depends on genetics and care. I have females that and just plain huge compared to some of my males. Carolyn covered the cage question tho...lol