Have you ever noticed that bearded dragons are kind of jumpy? They flinch when you touch them and they are always darting about their tank. Apparently, they can jump out of their tank but not very far. I know, I am surprised too! Can bearded dragons really jump out of their tank? Maybe I should try to see if my bearded dragon can jump out of his tank!
Can Bearded Dragons jump out of their Tank?
Yes, bearded dragons can jump high enough to escape from their tank. Jumping, one of the bearded dragon’s many hidden talents. they can leap more than a foot into the air. In other words, dragons have the ability to jump around their tanks with amazing agility.
Although this is not a frequent behavior in a pet bearded dragon, it can occur for a variety of reasons. Bearded dragons will ascend to reach a higher destination and jump to reach a lower one. Fear or lack thereof, hunger, unpleasant conditions, and poor depth perception can all drive your bearded dragon to make an unexpected jump out of their tank.
You might see yourself as a giant to your bearded dragon. Whether you have a window sill in the living room, or if they are housed in an aquarium, it’s important to note that these lizards can and will jump out of their tank.
Bearded dragons are enthralling creatures full of surprises and secret talents. Jumping is one of those secret talents; many owners go years without realizing their bearded dragons have the ability to jump, let alone jump high enough to escape their tank.
Why is my bearded dragon trying to get out of his tank?
There are many reasons why your bearded dragon is trying to get out of his tank? Maybe he or she has not had enough light, too much heat, or something else to add stress in the tank. It could also be their personality. Some bearded dragons like to climb the water dish and then jump off. However, these are some of the reasons why your beardie is trying to jump out of its tank.
Fear
If you have brought your bearded dragon home recently, or if you already have your bearded dragon and have lately brought home a new cat or dog, this abrupt shift might induce fear and tension in your bearded dragon, resulting in some bizarre behavior. Your bearded dragon may be jumping out of its habitat to get a better hide from this weird new creature.
If you believe this is the case for your bearded dragon, it is a good idea to buy or make them a safe hiding place. You can even flood the bottom of their tank with a loose substrate to allow them to burrow for protection and security.
Moving your bearded dragon’s tank to a more secluded location or preventing the new animal from entering your bearded dragon’s area is also a good idea until your bearded dragon has had enough time to grow acclimated to this animal and identify that it is not a threat to him or her.
Food
If you lift the lid or cover of their tank to feed them, they may try to leap up and out of the way. Feeding time is always an exciting event for any bearded dragon; they adore food and are not choosy in the least.
It is preferable to feed them from a side hole if you have a tank with one (if this is something that concerns you). This is a more usual activity among newborn and young bearded dragons, but adults have been observed jumping up and down for food as well. Keep an eye on your bearded dragon during feeding time or if there is any food nearby while they are outside of their tank.
Poor Tank Debt
One disadvantage that bearded dragons have is poor depth perception. Your bearded dragon may be staring up or down at their tank height, and it will appear to be a simple task to simply jump to whatever piques their interest, which they will almost certainly attempt.
Whether or not your bearded dragon has the strength to jump and clear the top of their tank, their depth perception may tell them that they can because the height isn’t that high, causing your bearded dragon to inadvertently damage themselves.
This can also happen if your bearded dragon is hanging out in your hands or on your shoulder and decides that the earth isn’t that far away, in which case they will leap off to the ground, which can critically damage them if they land incorrectly or if the height is too big.
The easiest method to address this is to maintain a cover on your bearded dragon’s tank so there is no sensation of a ledge to reach and to be seated if you are handling him or her so the fall is not as far. Just keep a watch on your bearded dragon, especially when he or she is out of its tank.
Uncomfortability
Your bearded dragon may also be attempting to flee from you, especially if he or she is a new addition to your household. Not all bearded dragons will feel happy and comfortable being handled by their owner right away; sometimes you have to work up to this level of trust, which can take some time and patience.
Begin with little bonding moments like feeding or misting, then go to soft petting and gradual strokes. Once your bearded dragon appears to be warming up to you, you may begin the transition towards handling. Begin by gently placing your hand under their belly and totally supporting their entire body while you hover a few inches off the tank floor, gradually moving away from the tank bottom.
Taking your time and being patient with your bearded dragon will not only instill trust and friendship in him, but also a sense of safety and security. Check out our popular piece on how frequently you should allow your bearded dragon out of its cage.
Why does my bearded dragon jump out of my hand?
If you have ever been hiking with a bearded dragon, or if your pet bearded dragon has found itself in a new home, you may be wondering why they do not stay still when held. The reason is that most bearded dragons are happy being left on their own and they do not like feeling confined up close to humans.
In addition, it is important to remember that this lizard’s ancestors are desert dwellers who usually live in hot habitats. Being held in the air puts them into a much colder environment and this feels unnatural to them.
It is still possible to hold bearded dragons, however, it is recommended that you do so only for short periods of time. Once you have acquired some practice, you can also work on removing the negative instinct of jumping out of your hand by taking him or her on a walk around the living room.
A knowledgeable breeder or a bearded dragon care book can be very helpful here. Some people think that it is fine to carry their bearded dragons around with them on a daily basis, even when they know that their pets are feeling uncomfortable.
However, the truth of the matter is that a stressed-out animal will not live as long. As a result, when trying to reduce hatchling mortality rates in this species it is important to avoid stressing out your animals at all costs.
