Keeping Australian Water Dragons – By Jason Goulding & Darren Green

The Ultimate Guide to Housing, Care, and Maintenance of Australian Water Dragons

Written by renowned Australian herpetology experts Jason Goulding and Darren Green, Keeping Australian Water Dragons delivers clear, practical instructions for maintaining healthy, thriving water dragons in captivity. Focusing on both the Eastern Water Dragon (Intellagama lesueurii lesueurii) and Gippsland Water Dragon (Intellagama lesueurii howittii), this comprehensive guide covers everything required for successful indoor terrarium and outdoor pit keeping.

Key Topics Covered

  • Enclosure Construction & Enclosures: Designing spacious indoor setups and predator-proof outdoor enclosures complete with climbing branches, basking spots, and deep water features.

  • Heating, Lighting & Humidity: Managing high-output UVB lighting, heat gradients, and aquatic humidity control essential for healthy shedding and bone structure.

  • Diet & Feeding Protocols: Detailed dietary guidelines balance omnivorous nutrition—from live feeder insects to whole foods, greens, fruits, and calcium supplementation.

  • Water Sanitation & Filtration: Expert advice on managing large aquatic zones, filtration setups, and water hygiene to prevent skin infections.

  • Health, Behavior & Handling: Understanding natural territorial instincts, taming techniques, and recognizing early signs of health issues.

SKU 9780975820018
Brand Unbranded
Shipping Weight 0.1500kg
Shipping Width 0.210m
Shipping Height 0.010m
Shipping Length 0.150m
Shipping Cubic 0.000315000m3

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