Runny Poop

[RobinG]

The last 3 or 4 days I have noticed my dragons poo being VERY runny, to the point of him leaving a trail of liquid about 4 or 5 inches from the spot he poops in. Today, I noticed it looked like there was some sort of mucas texture to it. His poo get a bit runny when I feed him phoenix worms mostly becuz I dampen them before feeding so I know he is getting extra water. But he hasnt had those for about a week now and its still that way. I also introduced Super worms to him during this period of time. Any ideas on what it could be? His behavior and appetite seem normal, but he duz drag his bottom against the tiles after he poos..like hes trying to wipe it off cuz of the extra moisture. I did notice his beard and neck got totally black a few times over the last week or so, usually if I feed him it goes away. I assumed it was his way of telling me hes hungry.. any suggestions or ideas would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

 

[ArdorAndZeal1]

Just a general check:

what are the temps in the tank?
and whats your UV B source?
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What veggies are you feeding your BD? Do you use a water dish?
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I know that there a type of lubricant/membrane that comes out with the poop.. so that can be some of what you see.
And, I noticed similar type poo when I feed phoenix worms to my dragons...

if this is on going it could be a parasitic infection.
there are methods to test the poo yourself, detailed by "Beautiful Dragons Site"
or, you can Always bring them to a Herp Vet.

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have you normally seen the poo 'live" -- is it possible it would dry more 'normal" -- just something to consider.