Continous Scratching

[culbert9]

My beardie is scratching at the bottom of the tank continuously. The bottom is glass and its a extremely annoying noise. I was thinking about putting some wood in the bottom of the tank and the soil over the wood.

But I was wondering if this is something to be alarmed about or if its a normal activity for beardies.

 

[Rukii]

Not exactly sure why he would be scratching. Perhaps he wants to come out, or he sees something? Check the temperatures in the tank. If they're ok, then I don't think the scratching should be too much of a cause for concern. Anyway, I would also advise against using wood and soil, since many loose substrates can lead to impaction. I recommend tile, repti-carpet, or newspaper.

 

[Buggsy]

It couls be a she trying to lay eggs. Is the diggin continuous, with purpose, or a little each day?

Has s/he gone off food, looks bigger etc? I would prepare a lay box just in case. You could also post a pic of the genital/vent area to double check the sex.