Why does my bearded dragon keep scratching to get out?

If your bearded dragon is scratching at glass, there might be a problem with a setup inside the tank. These could be issues with temperature, lighting, humidity and so on. The temperature might be too high, or too low. If the temperatures are high, your bearded dragon will try to find a cool spot and will be panting.

Why does my bearded dragon keep trying to get out of his cage?

Glass surfing is thought to be a result of stress and a bearded dragon may be stressed for several reasons: An enclosure or tank that’s too small for it can stress a bearded dragon out. Feeling threatened by its own reflection in the glass can cause stress. Feeling bored or hungry can be stressful to a bearded dragon.

Why does my female bearded dragon keep digging?

Bearded dragons can start digging for several reasons, but none of them is something to get worked up over. The most common reasons for digging are finding a better basking spot, females preparing to lay eggs, and beardies getting ready for brumation.

What is Brumation bearded dragon?

Brumation is a hibernation like state that Bearded Dragons enter into, and is more common in the colder months. There are a number of steps you’ll need to follow, if your Bearded Dragon is ready to brumate.

How do you know if your bearded dragon is upset?

Beardies will often darken or turn black if threatened or upset. They will also darken their beards while exhibiting the beard puff. Most bearded dragons will change colors and darken when brought to their exotics vet if they aren’t used to traveling (keep your beardie warm on the way to the vet) or handling.

Can you leave a heat lamp on all night for bearded dragon?

Ceramic heaters for a bearded dragon’s night time heat Shaune said: “Ceramic heaters emit a nice infra red heat but as they are non-light emitting bulbs they won’t disturb your reptiles at night time. So that’s where you want to put your night time bulb as well.

Why does my bearded dragon keep digging in the corner?

Your bearded dragons could be digging to prepare its hide spot for brumation. This is common when a bearded dragon is digging in a corner, too. You can read all about bearded dragon brumation in this post.

What are the signs of brumation?

Your Beardie can show signs of brumation at any time, but they typically show the following signs when their tank’s temperature is decreased:

• Eating less.
• Sleeping more.
• Spending more time in a hide.
• Staying out of the basking spot.
• Staying out of direct light.
• Moving slower than normal.

Why is my bearded dragon scratching at the wall?

Some bearded dragons also run around the tank, which looks that it wants to escape badly. The behavior of scratching at glass is often stress related. This is also called glass dancing. You can similarly see your bearded dragon scratching at walls. Scratching at the walls is also caused by similar reasons.

Why does my bearded dragon keep trying to escape the tank?

Most bearded dragons stop trying to pass the glass after some time. Make sure that your bearded dragon has a hideout (at least 1 per bearded dragon) to hide when it needs to. Very high temperatures and no temperature gradient might also make your bearded dragon try escaping the tank.

Do bearded dragons like to be outside?

After your bearded dragon gets to know you, it will be enjoying spending time with you outside the tank. This includes sitting and climbing over you, roaming the room, spending time outside and so on. If your bearded dragon wants attention, it can start scratching at the glass for you to take it out.

What is glass surfing in bearded dragons?

Glass surfing is when a bearded dragon gets up on its back legs and starts paddling its arms on the glass. Its belly will be touching the glass and it will be trying to escape the tank.