Species information
Brown Water Dragon
Physignathus lesueurii
Common name
Brown Water Dragon
Scientific name
Physignathus lesueurii
Family
Agamidae
Appearance
The brown water dragon is a large lizard with a crest from the base of the neck to the tail. The colour is grey or brown with lighter bands over the body and tail. The bellies of adults maybe an intense red colour.
Locality
Australia, particularly in the East
Adult size
2.5-3ft.
Approx lifespan
Upto 15 years.
REcomended vivarium size
4x4x2ft should be the minimum for one specimen.
Basic set up type
Woodland with strong sturdy branches and climbing opportunities.
Diet
Gutloaded insects, if your Brown Water Dragon will accept fruit and vegetables they should make up 10-15% of the diet. Insects should be dusted weekly with calcium and a reptile multivitamin, dust more often for growing youngsters.
Further reading
N/A
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