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Eastern (Common) Bearded Dragon

Pogona barbatus


Maximum Snout Vent Length – 250mm

A common species of eastern Australian forests. In this
region mostly found in the drier open woodlands on the western side of the
ranges.

Has a noticeable ability to change its colour to match its
surroundings.
 

Expands its black prickly beard and displays its bright yellow mouth during threat display.

For a detailed description of this species please refer to A Field Guide to Reptiles of Queensland by Steve K. Wilson

 

Classifications: Reptiles
Family: Agamidae
Information sources: Photo 1 by Graham Armstrong at Mooranbah: Photo 2 by Graham Armstrong near Mt Britton: Photo 3 by David Armstrong at Suttor River

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