Dandelions have developed an unfortunate reputation over the years. To many people they’re seen merely as annoying weeds; something to dig out the lawn before they set seed. Yet for many generations these saw-toothed leaves were considered a useful food source; there are even historical records of dandelion roots being dried, ground, and used to …
There are few fruits more refreshing than pineapple. I understand some heathens even put it on pizza (shame on you!). But can your bearded dragon also enjoy pineapple chunks or is this purely an owner-only food? Let’s start with the easy answer: Yes, bearded dragons can eat pineapple. Indeed, pineapple offers a surprisingly long list …
Parsley is a hardy, easily-grown herb that remains green and tasty all winter long. It makes a great source of green leaves even on the coldest winter day, or can be bought fresh from most decent supermarkets. But can bearded dragons eat it? The quick answer is: yes, bearded dragons can eat parsley. Indeed, the …
While there are many different types of lettuce available to grow or buy, in this article we’re going to focus on only one. This is the romaine lettuce, sometimes alternatively known as the cos lettuce. In many ways it’s the “classic” lettuce, popular for salads, sandwiches or for including in a burger. But the primary …
Raspberries are often available very cheaply when they’re in season, which is typically through summer and into fall. They’re also incredibly easy to grow at home, requiring very little effort in exchange for a huge crop. This potentially makes them an ideal source of food for your bearded dragon. The good news is that bearded …
The correct bearded dragon diet is essential if your lizard is stay fit and healthy in captivity. In the absence of proper nutrition bearded dragons can suffer from a range of problems, including obesity and metabolic bone disease (MBD) whereby they are unable to absorb suitable calcium from their diet. This can lead to weaker …
Pet bearded dragons will happily eat all manner of fruits, vegetables and salad crops, but can they eat cabbage as part of their diet? Bearded dragons can eat cabbage. In fact, cabbage is arguably one of the very best foods of all for bearded dragons. Cabbage has so many benefits that we’re going to discuss …
Let’s be honest. A kale smoothie may not fill many of us with joy. But there’s a reason why so many nutritionists rate it so highly. Quite simply it’s packed to the rafters with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It’s also high in fiber and low in sugar. This raises some interesting questions for those of …
Can there be any tastier vegetable than fresh garden peas? If you’ve ever grown your own you’ll know exactly what I mean – eaten straight from the pod as sweet as they come. However it’s not just people that enjoy peas. For reptile keepers a common question is whether you can give peas to your …
Bearded dragons will happily eat a wide range of different fruits and vegetables. The greater the range of offer, the better. Feeding a balanced diet in this reduces the chances of vitamin or mineral deficiencies. But can tomatoes be included on this list of safe foods? Do bearded dragons eat tomatoes? Bearded dragons can eat …
Feeding your bearded dragon correctly is crucial to their long-term health. Central to this is to offer as wide a variety of fruits and vegetables as possible, alongside some live feeder insects. While bearded dragons can eat a range of different foodstuffs, in this article we’re going to specifically answer the question as to whether …
As omnivores, bearded dragons are able to eat a huge range of different fruits and vegetables. But can you include banana in the list of “safe foods” for your beardie? Let’s start with the easy answer: bearded dragons can eat banana perfectly safely. Bananas often make a welcome treat for your bearded dragon, though should …