Our bearded dragon pays close attention to what goes on in the science lab. He seems to enjoy watching all the activity around him. (CLHS photo)

Kingdom: Animalia

Common Name:
Central Bearded Dragon

Scientific Name: Pogona vitticeps

Taxonomy:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class:
Reptilia
Order:
Squamata
Family: Agamidae
Genus:
Pogona
Species:
vitticeps

Natural Range
Native to central Austrailia and well designed to handle harsh climates, the Central Bearded Dragon is a common reptile sold in pet stores around the world.

Interesting Facts
The central bearded dragon is a very unusual lizard. It can change color and it can range from an off white to a solid black before dying.

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Central Bearded Dragon

The Austrailian Bearded Dragon resides in the California Lutheran High School science lab. The dragon likes attention. He likes to be petted on his head. His diet consists of crickets and romaine lettuce.