Bearded dragon keepers often wonder what their pets can eat. These non-venomous lizards are omnivorous and will eat just about anything.
It is not uncommon to see them snack on almonds, grapes, carrots and even other lizards! In this article we explore the bearded dragon’s diet and its common food items.
We talk about what they eat and what they don’t. You will also learn whether or not you should feed them garlic as well as how much they should be fed. Read on to find out more…
Can Bearded Dragons Have Garlic?
Bearded dragons are omnivores and will eat just about anything. One of the most common questions asked by bearded dragon owners is whether or not their pet can have garlic.
This is a tricky question to answer, because it depends on the age of your bearded dragon and its size. In general, beards can’t eat garlic – they will either swallow it too quickly, or they won’t be able to break it down in their stomachs.
This doesn’t mean you should never feed them garlic though – many people use garlic as a supplement along with other normal food items (like insects). If you decide that you want your bearded dragon to eat garlic, follow these tips…
Why you should not feed garlic to your bearded dragon
Garlic is not a part of the bearded dragon’s natural diet. The natural diet of these lizards consists of insects, fruit and vegetables. They can also eat other animals like worms and small rodents.
Garlic is not a part of their diet so it should be avoided at all cost. Additionally, garlic contains thiosulphate which can cause digestive issues in these lizards.
Thiosulphate could cause ulcers to form or have a negative effect on the lizard’s immune system. It could also cause bleeding if ingested in large amounts or over time and cause your lizard to die.
Can bearded dragons eat garlic chives?
No, bearded dragons cannot eat garlic chives because garlic has a strong scent and the bearded dragon’s olfactory system is sensitive. The only food item they should be fed with garlic is raw garlic.
Bearded dragons should not be fed any type of fresh vegetables with leaves and stems because of their sharp edges which can cause painful injuries. They should also not be fed fruit that has seeds in it because it can create intestinal blockages.
In Summary
It is hard to say whether bearded dragons can eat garlic or not. There are some risks associated with feeding garlic to your bearded dragon, so it’s better to be safe than sorry.
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