Family: Agamidae

Genus: Pogona

Habitats (wild): Australia, arid deserts, dry woodlands

General Diet: Omnivorous

Life span: 4-8 years in the wild, 10-15 years in captivity

Description: Bearded Dragons are most commonly known for their throat pouch (the “beard”) which changes in color to a jet black when threatened or when showing dominance.

Sources: Grzimek, Bernhard, et al. Grzimek’s Animal Life Encyclopedia. Raiti, Paul. “Husbandry, Diseases, and Veterinary Care of the Bearded Dragon (Pogona Vitticeps).”