STRANGE starfish shape. HELP!

[dragonadam]

Hi everyone im new to this site so go easy on me lol, I have a question for anyone who can help? My dragon went into brumation at a very early age of about 8 - 9 months and as a result is now a year old and quite small, does anyone think he has missed out on some important growing? My second question is this, he now (after coming out of brumation) lies in his basking spot (and shaded area) in a starfish position! Is this normal? my temps are checked frequently and are correct, he has calcium dust on locusts and his repti sun 10.0 is only 5 months old and is about 10" away from his platform. Please if anyone can help with my questions would be greatful. trying to learn how to get pictures on here as soon as i do i`ll post them..

 

[Dooter]

That looks like normal basking - he's just reeeeeaaaallly relaxed!!! Its a good thing!

He is able to walk and everything, correct?

 

[HappiDragon]

Your dragon's shape looks good to me You could have your reptisun closer though, What are your basking temps, both cool side and hot side?

 

[dragonadam]

yes, runs around like he owns the place, but freezes when you turn to look at him and puts his head down lol! is that normal? :?

 

[dragonadam]

Your dragon's shape looks good to me You could have your reptisun closer though, What are your basking temps, both cool side and hot side?

basking temp is 112 but he has room to move out of direct spot as its a platform. Cool side is 78 - 82

 

[dragonadam]

That looks like normal basking - he's just reeeeeaaaallly relaxed!!! Its a good thing!

He is able to walk and everything, correct?

yes, runs around like he owns the place, but freezes when you turn to look at him and puts his head down lol! is that normal? :?

 

[HappiDragon]

Sounds normal to me, I believe putting your head down low is a sign of submission. Females will head bob reeeeally slowly, going really low and high.

 

[dragonlover3]

Hi,
What a cutie! Around here the stretched out leg or legs are called "sexy leg" or "sexy legs" and shows they are comfortable and it's just a change of position. It's fine.
What are you measuring your temps with? 112 is way to hot for a basking surface. You locate the UVB 6 to 8 inches from basking so you want him comfortable there, not hot and moving away from the UVB.
Amanda

 

[kcarello]

He is so adorable and as everyone has stated,,,just has a case of sexy legs and is super relaxed.....its all a good thing. Listen to dragonlover3 about the temps and lighting, your good to go!!