Eastern (Common) Bearded Dragon
Pogona barbatus
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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 |