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Australian Water Dragon
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Australian Water Dragon

Place of Origin and Range The Australian water dragon is an arboreal agamid species native to eastern Australia from Victoria northwards to Queensland. There may be a small introduced population on the south-east coast of South Australia.
Description Australian water dragons have long powerful limbs and claws for climbing, a long muscular laterally-compressed tail for swimming, and prominent nuchal and vertebral crests. A nuchal crest is a central row of spikes at the base of the head. These spikes continue down the spine, getting smaller as they reach the base of the tail. Colouration is from grey to brown with light bands on the body and tail. Males show bolder colouration and have larger heads than females. Colour is less distinct in juveniles.
Morph Patterns Available Yes
Adult Size Can grow up to 2 feet ( 60cm)
Accommodation As its name suggests, the Australian water dragon is associated with water and is semi-aquatic. It can be found near creeks, rivers, lakes and other water bodies that have basking sites such as overhanging branches or rocks in open or filtered sun. A minimum of two hides, a warm one and a cooler one, using their hides to "stalk" or wait for dinner. A day basking lamp(basking spot 80'F(27'C)or some snake owners prefer under tank heating. Also you want to include a bathing dish big enough for your snake to climb in without overflowing. To improve shedding. 2 ft x 2 ft x 4 ft terrarium for an adult.
Lifespan Can live 12- 15 years
Feeding / Diet Insects, mice and fish may all be accepted. Feed mice sparingly to avoid fat build up.
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