{"id":1896,"date":"2020-05-29T10:50:16","date_gmt":"2020-05-29T10:50:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/reptilefollower.com\/?p=1896"},"modified":"2021-12-22T11:46:31","modified_gmt":"2021-12-22T11:46:31","slug":"can-a-bearded-dragon-live-in-a-wire-cage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reptilefollower.com\/can-a-bearded-dragon-live-in-a-wire-cage\/","title":{"rendered":"Can a Bearded Dragon Live in a Wire Cage? (Really?)"},"content":{"rendered":"

While you research the setup for your Bearded Dragon you may be wondering what materials you should use for your enclosure. And you may be curious if a wire cage is a good idea.<\/p>\n

A bearded dragon should not be put in a wire cage. This is because you can not control the temperature properly. This is why glass enclosures are quite common for Bearded Dragons because the temperature is easier to control.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Now that you know that I do not recommend using a wire cage for your Beardie, keep reading to learn what you should use for your enclosure instead, the best size of the enclosure, why some wood is dangerous, and so much more.<\/p>\n

Comparison: Best enclosures for your Bearded Dragon<\/h2>\n

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Name<\/strong><\/td>\nImage<\/strong><\/td>\nMy Rating<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
01. Large Terrarium (Best overall choice)<\/strong>
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02. Extra-long Terrarium (Best for large adults)<\/strong>
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03. Small Terrarium (Ideal for Babies)<\/strong>
\nClick here for the price on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n		<\/a>\"\"<\/td>\n\"\"<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Can a Bearded Dragon live in an Aquarium?<\/h2>\n

Now that you know that wire cages are not ideal for Bearded Dragons. You may be curious about reusing an Aquarium you may have, or just wondering if they are a viable choice for your Beardie. Let me explain.<\/p>\n

You can use an aquarium for your Bearded Dragon, and some owners swear by it. But, it is not ideal. Because Aquariums are specifically designed for fish. And, there are some subtle requirements that fish have, that your lizard does not need. Which, I will explain in the next section.<\/p>\n

The difference between an Aquarium & a Terrarium<\/h3>\n

As I mentioned earlier, an aquarium is designed for fish. This means that it is waterproof and designed to hold water. Therefore, it has no air holes. Terrariums on the other hand are not waterproof. They usually have breathing holes or draining holes.<\/p>\n

Is plywood safe for bearded dragons?<\/h2>\n

Now that you know that aquariums are not ideal. There may be a chance that you have wondered about using wood. Wood is a consideration, but it is critical to choose the correct wood because some are toxic (more on this later). In this section, I will explain if plywood is an acceptable choice.<\/p>\n

According to this site,<\/a> Plywood is safe to use for your Beardie. However, you need to make sure that you seal it with a non-toxic sealant. One of the benefits of plywood is the fact that it is cheap and lightweight.<\/p>\n

What wood is toxic to bearded dragons?<\/h2>\n

In the last section I mentioned that some wood can be toxic, remember? Well, in this section I will explain some that you need to steer clear of to keep your Bearded Dragon safe.<\/p>\n

Avoid Cedar Wood<\/h3>\n

One of the biggest risks is cedarwood. It is highly toxic and should be avoided for your Bearded Dragon. You may be wondering why I say this, and what can happen if you use it, right?<\/p>\n

It is believed that it can cause a toxic reaction and in the worst cases it could even be fatal. The problem is, it has phenols, aromatic hydrocarbons & oils that cause a chemical reaction when it is heated up.<\/p>\n

Other wood to avoid<\/h3>\n

Although Cedar is the worst, there are others to avoid as well. Such as:<\/p>\n