Species Care

GILBERT'S DRAGON

Lophognathus gilberti

Keeping Snapshot:
  • Difficulty: Intermediate
  • Max Growth Size: 40 - 60cm
  • Temperament: Can be thrashy, but with regular handling become tame.
  • Licensing: Private Wildlife (Basic) Licence
DOWNLOAD THIS CARE SHEET Habitat:
  • Heating:
    28 - 32 degrees C
  • Lighting:
    UVA / UVB (Exo Terra 10.0 globes recommended)
  • Environment:
    Desert sand substrate, rocky outcrop with branches. Tall enclosure and large water bowl or pond also required.

Range: Top end of WA, NT, and QLD

Feeding: Crickets, mealworms, woodies,

Additional Comments: To cool down, this species waves its arms while basking.

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