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Yes, I believe he is standing firm in his opinion of our ultimate inferiority. How old is he?

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Drako again?

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I know Drako has his hand on the glass, but it does look like he’s doing the Pope wave. How old?

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Lots of critters for sure. How about posting a picture of just one? Any of those would animals mentioned would be great.

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Corny is a good nickname. Better than Cornetta! 🤣 Have you had her very long?

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She doesn’t look entirely well, and that is pretty typical for animals acquired from PetSmart. The horror stories I could tell you.

When she is feeling better, the lights should go on top of the enclosure. She is probably cold and stressed. Change at least one of the lamps for something more powerful. Don’t worry about her not eating for at least another day or two. Do not handle her at all. Make sure her nighttime ambient temperature is approximately 75 degrees F.

10 Gallons is plenty for the next 5 months. Then go to a larger model. The challenge here is to get her warm, comfortable and adjusted to her new surroundings. Do use the blacklight during the day and do monitor the temperature carefully. She should have a basking spot that is 95 degrees, with a cool spot that is about 80 degrees.

I sure not she makes it. Losing even a new pet can be heart-breaking. If you decide to acquire another beardie in the future, may I suggest purchasing from a local breeder. Also, if she makes it and starts eating, you should take a fecal sample to a vet to see if she should be wormed.

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Wow, so he is really new to you. Looks like an adult or nearly so. Where did you get him?

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More PacMen? or more reptiles/amphibians in general?

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Still mad about to go margaritas, or is that all over now that restrictions are lifted?

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Is he an only beardie?

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So he might be a lockdown rescue baby, but if so, not a spontaneous acquisition. You have plenty of prior experience and just say a need to save a great beardie, and met that need. Good on ya.

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That’s excellent news! You won’t regret it.

You may wonder at my unusual moderator name that I go by on this forum. It is from my book “Zoodulcis: Our Fascination with Animals” that deals with a number of different topics concerning the importance of the human-animal bond to human well-being. The benefits for adults and children with ASD are mentioned, although the treatment is not exhaustive, by any means. If interested, you can find it on Amazon.

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Good for you making informed, and not only emotional, decisions on the number that type of animals you want to keep and raise.

I am curious about your comment on chameleons…just too much. What was the problem that dissuaded you from going in that direction?

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I’ve noticed that some teachers take the time to do the research, and some just wing it. It’s a shame, and they mean well, but I wish more teachers would put in the effort to learn beforehand. Sort of modeling good behavior for their students, if you get my drift. Since you are a good researcher, but a bit new at this, don’t forget to read my care guide for beardies on this site.

Is Mew now a permanent addition to your home? No need to return her to the classroom, I presume.

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Fattening up after hibernation is always pleasing to observe. It makes a loving owner feel so very good!! Don’t be afraid to post more current pix, if you wish.

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