Stress Markings on Dragon in Store?

[ParkerandMe]

I was visiting my 5 inch beardie in the pet store the other day, and noticed a bunch of black squiggly stress marks. I've heard of this on beardies when first purchased, but never on ones in the actual store. It's a great pet store, and the set up and everything looks fine. He looks absolutely healthy otherwise. Is this a problem? Should I be worried? I am getting him in a week. He is my first bearded dragon and I really want him to be healthy. Thanks for helping.

 

[CooperDragon]

I wouldn't worry about stress lines too much. They are common on young dragons and tend to go away. If he's alert and looks healthy otherwise, he's probably fine.

 

[DragonsForBreakfast]

Stress marks are not always actually caused by stress.
When a beardie basks, his back tends to get dark in order to absorb much heat, and the tummy darkens to match. That might be all.
A dark, flared beard is more indicative of being upset.