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Hi I really liked this care guide. I liked how you quotedmany sources. One thing I have been trying to find out is how much salad are you supposed to give a bearded dragon a day? You mentioned 2 times a week for insects and a salad every day for an adult. You also said rule of thumb is 5 mins of insects when feeding insects. Is there a rule of thumb with salad too? Follow up question would be for adults is there a time of day your supposed to feed? And on days when the bearded dragon gets insects, I assume they are also getting salad. Is that at the same time or different times of the day?

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How To Take Care Of A Bearded Dragon For Beginners

What Do Bearded Dragons Eat The main staple diet of bearded dragons is vegetables. Veggies are a great source of calcium and other essential nutrients. However, there are some things you should avoid giving your beardie. For instance, spinach contains oxalates, which may lead to calcium binding. Moreover, oranges are highly citric and may cause stomach upsets. Carrots are also safe for your beardie, though you must be careful with the carrot green tops. Zucchini is also safe, but is not as nutritionally dense as spinach.

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As a juvenile, they should eat everyday and have a balanced diet of leafy greens and insects. While greens should be fed everyday, insects should be fed every other day. In their adult stage, a Bearded Dragon should be fed daily. This should consist of mostly crickets and lots of green vegetables.

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What Can Bearded Dragons Eat For Protein

What Can Bearded Dragons Eat For Protein

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Bearded Dragons Care For Their Young

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Some vegetables should be kept separate from their meat and bones. For instance, the leafy green watercress is high in calcium and other vitamins. It also contains a small amount of iron and manganese. It also contains antioxidants that prevent inflammation. However, it should only be fed in moderation as it contains oxalates and other chemicals that affect absorption. Also, it should not be fed to a bearded dragon if he or she has a calcium deficiency.

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