If your bearded dragon suddenly starts developing a black beard, it may mean that your new pet is not trusting you. The first few days are critical for a beardie’s adjustment. It can take the dragon two to three days to adjust to its new surroundings. You may notice it refuses to eat, or it may just not trust you. If it continues to show signs of stress, it could also be ill.
In general, a beardy dragon may turn black when it is angry or marking territory. You should avoid keeping two beardies in the same space. This can lead to fights over territory and sexual harassment of females. Black beardy dragons are merely trying to let you know that they’re annoyed or upset and need space alone. While it is natural to feel threatened or even frightened, this behavior can make you nervous.
Other symptoms of a sick beardie dragon may include: lack of appetite, a discharge from the nose, and a reduced appetite. These signs should prompt you to take your beardie to the vet. It may also take some time for your new beardie to bond with you, so it’s best not to rush it. But if your beardie suddenly becomes black, it may signal a serious health issue that requires immediate attention.
The reason for a black beard in a bearded dragon’s beard is not clear. Some beardies develop a black beard during breeding season. While they are generally solitary reptiles, male beardies may display black beards when they are trying to sow their oats. If this happens, you can expect your beardie to display aggressive behavior, such as bobbling its head banging.
There is another reason a beardie dragon’s beard may turn black: it’s trying to regulate its temperature. Whether you live in a cold, sunny, or dark environment, bearded dragons must be within a certain temperature range to stay healthy. If you change their environment too dramatically, they may turn black. If this is the case, the beardie should be kept in a dark room.
Your beardie may also develop a black beard due to shedded skin. This causes the skin around the tail to become tight, which prevents the flow of blood to that area. It may even die completely. In such a case, the black skin will start to rot and turn black. It may lead to further infections, so it’s important to get this problem taken care of quickly.
