Hey guys, so lately I've been busy doing things, and because of that, I feel like I haven't been giving Bandit the proper care. Now that it's summer, I want to get back on track and give him better care. When I was busy, I didn't feed him as much, once every 2-3 days (I feel so guilty) I haven't given him calcium, and would only feed him super worms and mustard greens and bok choy. I feel so bad and I want to give him the right care now that i have the time to do so. I'm going to give him variety in foods now and better insects. Anyone else have any suggestions/tips? I also wanted to ask if you guys think he is skinny. Compared to other two year olds, he doesn't have the same fat/thick appearance. http://imgur.com/VcBfhsO
I feel so bad. I feel ashamed to say I had been neglecting my Beardie. I hope I can make him happy and healthy again. Anything helps. Thanks
Hi J...he's a bit thin but not unhealthy looking at all. Even that angle might make him look thinner, it always does when the pic is head first. Just get back on track + he'll be fine.
Hi J...he's a bit thin but not unhealthy looking at all. Even that angle might make him look thinner, it always does when the pic is head first. Just get back on track + he'll be fine.
Dubia roaches are good. The superworms are too high in fat (not good for the liver) and should be occasional treats only. A lot of people find silkworms too expensive to be a staple feeder. Black soldier fly larvae (aka Phoenix Worms, Calcium worms) are good. Personally, I like dubia roaches. No smell or noise and they don't die off like crickets. Dubia roaches also cannot climbing smooth surfaces. Your lizard's teeth will also benefit from a feeder that has some crunch to it.
He doesn't look bad at all, maybe a bit on the thinner side, but doesn't exhibit any bone issues or appear ill. I think that it shouldn't be too hard to get some weight back on him with a bit of variety of foods. His colors look very nice also!