baby Rankins Dragon not eating

[haileytaco]

Hi, yesterday I purchased a female 5 month old Rankins Dragon from a reputable breeder at my local reptile show. She ate 2 mealworms yesterday but has not eaten anything since then. I have tried to give her mealworms, mixed greens, and Rep-Cal juvenile bearded dragon pellets. I previously owned a beardie until he passed away a few weeks ago so this is my first time owning a Rankins Dragon. I am not sure if they are typically fussy eaters but I just want her to be healthy and happy. Please if you have any suggestions to get her to eat, let me know asap. Thanks!

 

[AHBD]

Hi Hailey.....it's very common for a new dragon to go through a period of relocation stress that causes a lack of appetite. Just give her some time to settle in. Mealworms aren't as nutritious as crickets or dubia or Phoenix worms, and they are harder to digest as well. Some dragons get impacted if they eat too many, so be aware. But she should settle in after a few days or a week or so.