The maximum speed it is able to reach is 40km/h (25mph). Bearded Dragon is a reptile that usually lives in arid forest and desert. It has a scales skin type. The preferred food type is omnivore. The average weight is 250g - 510g (9oz - 18oz). These reptiles usually live 6 - 15 years. Bearded Dragon which scientific name is pogona vitticeps grows 50cm - 61cm (20in - 24in).
Facts about bearded dragons
Name | Bearded Dragon |
Average Litter Size | 15 |
Main Prey | Insects, mice, leaves |
Weight | 250g - 510g (9oz - 18oz) |
Family | Agamidae |
Skin Type | Scales |
Type | Reptile |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Reptilia |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Distinctive Features | Pronounced beard when scared and morphs skin colour |
Scientific Name | Pogona vitticeps |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Predators | Birds, snakes, crocodiles |
Diet | Omnivore |
Colour | Green,yellow, brown, grey |
Life Span | 6 - 15 years |
Top Speed | 40km/h (25mph) |
Order | Squamata |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Genus | Pogona |
Habitat | Arid forest and desert |
Size (L) | 50cm - 61cm (20in - 24in) |