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As with most animal species, the Bearded Dragon female is considered to be more gentle than the male Beardie. Her growth span doesn’t reach the bulk that the males acquire and she’s not as prone to protect her space but keep in mind any lizard when feeling threatened will defend itself. When it comes to the females in this exotic lizard family, don’t make assumptions that what applies to one female applies to all because there are always Beardies who will defy the normal standard.

The Bearded Dragon female is desired by breeders for her egg laying ability. A female can produce eggs even if a breeding situation has not occurred. For the most part, these eggs are not fertile eggs and no new baby Beardies will show up on the scene. There are two common signs that a female is ready to lay eggs- when she exhibits digging behavior and when she may not desire to eat anything. While the not eating is a sign she’s ready to lay eggs, if the Beardie is acting lethargic or has trouble going to the bathroom, there could be a problem with the eggs.

One of the issues you have to be on the alert for with a Bearded Dragon female is a condition known as egg binding. There are different reasons that cause egg binding-among them is a diet that’s not the best for her and an environment that’s not suitable for a Beardie. If you notice your Beardie is off her feed, is continually digging yet producing no eggs, you’ll need to take her to the vet.