You may be asking yourself: why does my bearded dragon have black patches? There are a couple of reasons for this. First of all, it’s important to remember that beardy dragons tend to turn black when they are angry or marking their territory. If you’re keeping two beardy dragons together, you should separate them as they might fight over territory and also sexually harass a female. Secondly, black spots on beardy dragons may be an indication of a stress condition.
Incorrect heating or inadequate air flow are two common causes of black spots on beardie dragons. Try switching to a heat source that has dimming capabilities. Also, try to avoid overheating the beardie overnight. By following these steps, your beardie should be free of black spots and return to its original colors. Moreover, black spots can’t spread to other parts of its body. In any case, it’s important to make sure that you keep a close eye on your beardie’s condition to prevent it from worsening.
Another cause of black spots on beardie’s body is infection. Yellow fungus, which is transmitted through mold spores, affects reptiles. It usually starts inside the animal and then moves out, so the spots are visible on its surface. Although it’s possible for beardies to get yellow fungus on their bodies, the fungus’ spreads by biting a dragon with an infected body. If you haven’t treated your beardie with a fungus, you should take him to a vet and ask him to perform a diagnosis.
If you notice black spots on your beardie dragon, this could indicate a disease or illness. If your beardie dragon is constantly shedding, you should consult your vet to ensure that your beardie is not suffering from any ailment. Oftentimes, pet dragons will turn their beard black to attract attention. If you haven’t noticed any change in his behavior recently, you should wait for a couple of days before you decide to remove the spots.
Despite this distressing sign, the rot in a bearded dragon’s tail may be an indicator of a bacterial infection. It may cause tissue death and eventually lead to tail loss. The affected area of the tail will be dry, shriveled, and indented. The reason behind the darkened coloration is that the normal blood supply to the area has been compromised. Infection is the most common cause for this condition, although there may be cases where the infection occurs higher up.
Stress marks on a bearded dragon’s body can be the result of stress. A baby beardied dragon may display this condition during the first few weeks of its life. It may have just been brought home from a new environment, feared by other pets, or even moved around. As your beardied dragon ages, these marks will fade. Make sure you’ve set up the correct habitat for your beardie dragon and feed him regularly.
