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• The Water Dragon is a medium sized bright green lizard originating from southeast Asia.

• Fast Facts

  1. Diet: Insects, small fish, baby mice, and vegetation
  2. Lifespan: 10 to 15 years
  3. Males: 36 inches
  4. Females: 24 inches
  5. Diet: Omnivorous
  6. Temperatures: Water Dragons prefer temperatures between 80 and 85 degrees
  7. Prefer humidity between 60 and 80 percent
  8. Calcium supplements should be offered
  9. Cold-blooded
  10. Can stay submerge in water for up to 30 minutes
  11. Third eye located in the top of the head
  12. Cost: Between $40.00 and $75.00 for babies

• Housing

  Housing for your Water Dragon should be fairly large with the ability to move around. An aquarium with a screen top is suitable for your Water Dragon. Be sure that there is fresh water to drink and soak in, soaking helps aid in the shedding process along with hours of entertainment for you Water dragon. Make sure there is good circulation along with misting to keep the tank semi-humid. Offer and a piece of wood or vine so your pet can climb and hide.

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