Putting a new beardie in with my existing... safe?

[beardo721]

Good morning everyone,
Just had a quick question. I have a three month old citrus bearded dragon in a 50 gallon tall tank (36" long by 17" high by 17" deep). He/she is between about 7 and 9 inches (including tail) currently, and I was wondering is it possible for me to get another baby bearded dragon sometime between now and Christmas and put them in the same enclosure? Or will I be risking mine eating/hurting the new beardie? Any help would be great! Thanks!

Courtesy picture of my current beardie

 

[Deemac6]

Housing bearded dragons together is a risk you shouldn't take. There have been many people who have done it for years with no problem only to wake up to find one dead. I wouldn't risk the health of your beardies either due to dominance issues that will come between them. If you are thinking of getting another dragon and having them both live long health lives you will have to keep them separated. Hope you work it out, and will be looking forward to more pictures

 

[beardo721]

Sounds good! Thanks for the help!

 

[NightmareDisco]

Yes, I made this mistake when I was a noob. Nemesis was 4 months old when I got Ljubljana who was maybe 5 or 6 weeks old. She was terrified of him and he was violent with her. After a full day I learned that is was a terrible risk so Ljubljana went to live with my sister.

 

[beardo721]

Woow I'm sorry to hear about that! I appreciate the advice though. Can't wait to get my next baby!

 

[Ethelia]

Yup. Beardies together is a baaaaad idea. Take a look at my signature :]
Ruben in the centre is missing two legs and a chunk of tail because his siblings decided they didnt want to share with him. Luckily he lead a full and happy life with me after his rescue :]