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Expert: - 8/3/2011


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I have a 55 gal aquarium and am getting 2 babies when they hatch. Can they be in the same cage? Also, what kind of lighting must I have?

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Hello, they can only be put together temporarily! They must be separated shortly after you get them. You will need a UVB bulb and a UVA bulb. They need UV rays, which they use to digest their food. The other, is simply a heat bulb which is used for basking.

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Joe Zarnick

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I can answer every question towards the bearded dragon except for questions that deal with sickness and disease. I can answer questions on heating and UV rays, the questions pertaining to food, habitat, bedding, breeding, egg/hatchling care, nature, and attitude are my best. Last, I cannot help you with at home sickness meds, always find a vet within your area. I can answer questions regarding body language and movement. I will try to help you to the best of my ability.

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I have owned 7 bearded dragons. For 6 straight years, I have had my first male and female that i have been raising. Raising my male and female have been such an experience! Breeding them was also a great experience! After my male passed, it made me realize that raising them was one of the best experiences of my life and still currently is.

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I have no educational cedentials, but i have constant history of bearded dragon research.

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