dragonqueen Posted September 6, 2010 Report Share Posted September 6, 2010 We got given a 3 yr old Bearded Dragon over the weekend. Temp in tank at basking end is 35c to 38c. However he is not eating unless I offer mealworms - should I be worried? Would like to take him to the vet for a onceover.. does anyone know where there is a good Reptile vet in Auckland? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Insect Direct Posted September 6, 2010 Report Share Posted September 6, 2010 Mealworms are like lollies, it maybe just that they have become fussy, and only want to eat them. Happens with birds aswel. Crickets and or locusts are much better staples. Should offer salads daily too. Vet check wouldnt hurt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweetysmum Posted September 6, 2010 Report Share Posted September 6, 2010 Lynfield Vets, they are very helpful and deal with exotics. Good luck with your new comer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanmin4304 Posted September 6, 2010 Report Share Posted September 6, 2010 They are movement stimulated feeders so if you don't feed it for a day or two then feed live locusts or crickets it might get keen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonqueen Posted September 6, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2010 Thanx Sweety and Calypso's mum but I believe the vet has moved to another practice..? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneaky2 Posted September 7, 2010 Report Share Posted September 7, 2010 alot of inland beardies trying to brumate this time of year,if it has good condition dont worry about it,turn the heat down an let it sleep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonqueen Posted September 12, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2010 Thanks everyone. He seems to have settled in and is eating regularly now. I think perhaps he was a little unsettled by the move to a new home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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