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Water Dragons
| Scientific Name: |
Physignathus cocincinus |
| Distribution: |
Thailand, southern China |
| Climate: |
Tropical |
| Size: |
Males up tp 3 feet |
| Temperment: |
Very Docile |
| Hardiness: |
Very Hardy |
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Special Considerations:
Water Dragons require large enclosures to maintain good mental stability. If they are denied the extra space they will ram their faces into the glass causing wounds that will lead to Stomatitis (Mouth Rot) |
| Housing: |
40 - 60 gal for a pair |
| Lighting: |
Flourescent is required |
| Heating: |
Incandescant or ceramic usually 100 - 150 watt |
| Temperature/ Humidity: |
Daytime: 84 - 88
Nighttime: 75 - 80 |
| Water: |
Large water bowl for soaking |
| Food: |
Sm. - med. crickets and worms
offer finely chopped vegitables |
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Cacium/ Vitamins |
supplement every other feeding |
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