Tail a different color???

[abicastellanos]

I don't know how old Spike is, but he is 8 inches long. After his last shed (which I was completely amazed by the big pieces of skin he let go) his tail is not quite the same color as the rest of his body. He is dark with some hints of orange, but his tail is like a dull version of it, like if he was about to shed but didn't. I am worried that is a sign of something more serious!! Please help me understand!!! And if anybody has any idea of how old he could be based on his size I would appreciate it even more!!
Thanks
Abi

 

[Seven65]

It's possible that it may still need to shed, but it's also quite common for the tail to be a bit less vibrant in colour that the rest of the body, that's the case with my dragon. I don't think you should worry too much about it.

 

[beardlover]

Sounds like shed to me. Sometimes it can take 2 weeks to shed...try giving him baths to help.

 

[msmaui]

Hi. I wouldn't worry too much about the tail being a darker color. I've worried about Kookie's tail also because it's a little darker but the longer I have him it seems completely normal. As to the age, I would guess your dragon to be approximately 3 months old.