Sunday, April 28, 2013

CHINESE WATER DRAGON





Chinese Water Dragons

Native:
East and Southeast Asia

 
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Chinese water dragons are very friendly reptiles and are friendlier than an Iguana.


Lifespan: 10-20 years


Size: 2-3 feet


Feed: crickets, mealworms, waxworms, earthworms, grasshoppers, butterworms, locusts, and possible small feeder fish. Adults can also be fed pinkie mice and kingworms.


Housing: 35 gallon tank or bigger (see Iguana care).


Terrain: cypress mulch, Astroturf, branches and plants to climb and hide.


Water: Water misting. Small pool for it to bathe in.


Lighting: UV / UVB lighting (12 hours) and Heat lamp for night time.


Temperature: 80-90°


Cooling Temperature:
75°


Humidity:
80%