Daytime Temperature 75*-85*
Basking-lamp Temp. 90*-95*
Nighttime Temperature 60*-75*
~The humidity for these lizards should be kept at or near 70%.~
CAPTIVE ENVIRONMENT:
Individual dragons can be maintained in a 35-50 gallon terrarium. Use a full spectrum 5% UVB lighting 12-14 hours per day.
Provide at least one basking area with access to a cooler area.
These lizards like climbing, so it's a good idea to supply plenty of climbing branches.
A shelter for hiding is necessary.
To keep proper humidity levels, it is important to mist the habitat occasionally.
SUBSTRATE/BEDDING:
2" to 3" of bark mixture will work for water dragon enclosers.
Other simple choices are:
~towels
~newspaper
Chinese Water Dragon
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Physignathus cocincinus
OTHER NAMES:
Green Water Dragon
GENERAL INFO:
Due to the large size that these lizards grow to, its a good idea to be prepared for such a pet. These lizards are found in tropical rain forests usually close to a water source.
SIZE:
Adult length up to 40."
NUTRITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
These lizards are omnivores. (Which means they eat both plant and animal matter.) Their main diet consists of crickets, locosts, waxworms and pinkies. Also dandelions, mustard, turnip and cabbage. Offer a variety for proper nutrition.
~These lizards require a large and deep water dish for drinking and bathing.
~Water should be changed daily.