Water Dragon Facts
Will reach adult size in
1 to 2 years
, under ideal conditions; upgrade habitat size as your reptile grows.
How big does water dragons grow?
| average adult size: 2 to 3 feet | average life span: up to 15 years with proper care | diet: omnivore |
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Do water dragons get big?
An adult male Chinese water dragon
Do water dragons like their owners?
Chinese water dragons
How can you tell how old a water dragon is?
A Juvenile Water Dragon is approximately 3′′ measured from the snout to the Vent area and when they hit 10-12′′ depending on sex they are considered about a year old. At a year and a half they should reach 16′′-18′′. Without knowing the hatch date,
it is impossible to determine the exact age
.
Where do water dragons sleep at night?
Water Dragons can
sleep in the water
, with just their nostrils protruding. In cold weather before they go into their winter dormancy (hibernation), sleeping in the water overnight, is actually warmer than sleeping in the open. Water Dragons can eat underwater.
Do water dragons sleep a lot?
If your Chinese water dragon is stressed, it's likely to not move around much,
sleep a lot
and stay in the same spot for long periods of time. Not only new Chinese water dragons can get stressed.
Can water dragons play dead?
Yes they do, way higher
. I have owned many reptiles, not just a bearded dragon (I've owned a few chameleons, a few bearded dragons and some other reptiles, and it just so happened that that one bearded dragon died to a disease), so I'm experienced with reptiles.
How do I know if my water dragon is happy?
A healthy dragon will be
bright and alert with clear open eyes and nostrils
and a clean vent. Skin should be undamaged with no sign of parasites, and shedding should occur regularly. Your dragon should also be keen to eat, and pass faeces at least every 2-3 days.
Do water dragons bite humans?
Large adult Water Dragons will appear confident and friendly however they should not be approached as they have very sharp claws and
can deliver a serious bite
.
How do you tell if a water dragon is male or female?
Males generally have more vivid coloring than females
, including a bright orange to yellow area under the throat with pink tones near the lower jaw. Males also develop larger heads, jowls and crests on the back and neck, and their femoral pores are typically larger than a female's.
Are water dragons good pets?
Asian water dragons, also known as the green water dragon or Chinese water dragon, can
make beautiful pets
but they have specific care needs that must be met in order for them to thrive. Once they are used to your presence, they are generally tame and easily handled.
What age do Chinese water dragons stop growing?
They will reach their adult size around
one to two years of age
but don't become sexually mature until two to three years of age.
How fast can a water dragon run?
How fast is a Water Dragon? A Water Dragon can travel at speeds of up to
30 miles per hour
.
How many babies do water dragons have?
Egg laying: Water Dragons being a reptile, lay eggs (oviparous). The clutch of eggs range
between 6 to 18 eggs
, with a mean of 9 eggs.
Do water dragons need water?
A reptile multi-vitamin may be offered once weekly. Your dragon
requires fresh water daily
. Green water dragons require a large bathing area that allows easy access. Dragons will often soak and defecate in their water bath so clean water dishes at least once daily.
