{"product_id":"central-bearded-dragon-pogona-vitticeps","title":"Central Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCentral Bearded Dragon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cem\u003ePogona vitticeps\u003c\/em\u003e) for sale. The central bearded dragon is Australia's most popular pet lizard, and for good reason: it is docile, interactive and easy to care for. Native to arid inland Australia, it loves to bask, explore and watch what is happening outside its enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-picked from our network of 80+ Australian breeders and inspected before it comes to you. Reptiles are sold online only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCentral Bearded Dragon Care Guide for Beginners\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBeginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e45–55cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e10–15 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAdults need at least 120 x 60 x 60cm. Juveniles can start in a smaller enclosure and upgrade as they grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBasking spot 38–42°C, cool end 24–28°C, night 18–22°C. Use a thermostat on every heat source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLow, around 30–40%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStrong UVB (10–12% T5 tube) across half the enclosure, 12 hours a day, plus a basking lamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate and décor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDesert sand mix or our Fine Desert Sand, with rocks, branches to climb, a hide at each end and a shallow water bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eJuveniles eat mostly live insects (crickets, woodies) daily with some greens. Adults flip to mostly leafy greens and vegetables, with insects 2–3 times a week. Dust insects with calcium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVery docile and usually enjoys gentle handling once settled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicence:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA reptile licence is required in most Australian states before you buy. See our Reptile \u0026amp; Frog Licensing guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEverything you need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBearded Dragon Enclosure Starter Kit, UVB Light Tubes, Fine Desert Sand, Calcium Powder, Feeder Woodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to keeping? Read our free care guides or contact our team for advice before your animal arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Biota Studio","offers":[{"title":"Baby","offer_id":52864693338343,"sku":"Central Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)-1","price":340.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Juvenile","offer_id":52864693371111,"sku":"Central Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)-2","price":410.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/5014\/0903\/files\/IMG-20251213-WA0009.jpg?v=1792314238","url":"https:\/\/www.biotastudio.com.au\/products\/central-bearded-dragon-pogona-vitticeps","provider":"Biota Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}