Small or even baby bearded dragons (9-11 inches long) should be fed as many crickets as they can consume in a 5-10 minute feeding session up to 5 times per day (at least 3). This equates to approximately 25-80 crickets per day. When a bearded dragon is full, it will usually stop eating.

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Is it possible for a baby bearded dragon to consume too many crickets?

As previously stated, it is best not to limit the number of crickets they eat, especially when they are considered babies (in their first three months of life). Bearded dragons will not overeat, so forcing them to eat more or less than they appear to want is unnecessary (and potentially dangerous).

How much food should baby bearded dragons consume per day?

Babies should consume 20 to 40 small crickets per day. Special precautions must be taken to ensure that hatchlings are fed appropriately for their size. The crickets you feed should be no bigger than the space between your dragon’s eyes. Allow your lizard to eat as many crickets as they can in a 10-minute period.

Is it safe to keep crickets with my bearded dragon?

If at all possible, you should avoid doing so. While your dragon is sleeping, crickets will bite him/her. They also don’t live forever, so they will eventually die and rot. This is both offensive and hazardous to one’s health.

Aside from crickets, what else can I feed my baby bearded dragon?

Bearded Dragons can actually eat a wide variety of live foods, including crickets, mealworms, and kingworms, as well as vegetables like sweet potato and pepper, and leafy greens like kale and parsley. They are also permitted to consume a limited amount of fruit. The remaining 20% to 25% of their diet is made up of greens, vegetables, and limited fruit.

What should a one-year-old bearded dragon eat?

A baby between the ages of 4 months and a year should consume between 20 and 40 crickets in two feedings. After a year, reduce to one feeding of 10 to 20 crickets per day.

How many crickets should a three-month-old bearded dragon consume?

If your dragon is less than 3 months old, feed them crickets up to 5 times per day, and let them eat as many as they want in a 5 to 10 minute session. Reduce feedings to about 2 to 3 times per day between the ages of 3 and 12 months. A healthy juvenile can eat anywhere from 20 to 60 crickets per week!

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