Bearded Dragon appraisal

What determines the price

• Coloration of body color morphs (Red, Yellow, Citrus, etc.).

  High

  The type of body color morph (Red, Orange, Yellow, Hypo, etc.) and the vividness of body color are evaluated. The clearer the coloration according to morph characteristics, the higher the evaluation.

• The regularity and arrangement of body spikes.

  Medium

  The larger and more regularly arranged the spikes across the entire body according to breed characteristics, the higher the appearance evaluation.

• Health status (body condition, eyes, appetite).

  High

  Basic confirmation points include adequate body thickness with vitality, clear eyes, and robust appetite. Also important is checking for signs of MBD (metabolic bone disease).

• UVB management history and husbandry environment.

  High

  Bearded dragons require proper UVB lamp management. Individuals raised in environments with appropriate UVB management develop healthy skeletal formation with low MBD (metabolic bone disease) risk.

Appraisal points

Confirm body color coloration.

Good:

Body color according to morph characteristics is evenly colored throughout.

Caution:

If coloration is faint or color is patchy, check the individual's condition and environmental management.

Confirm health status and body condition.

Good:

Body has appropriate thickness with sturdy limbs. Eyes are clear with good responsiveness.

Caution:

Curved limbs or weak-appearing bones may indicate MBD (metabolic bone disease). Early assessment is necessary.

Confirm vitality and appetite.

Good:

Actively moves with good responsiveness to environmental stimuli. Eats eagerly at feeding time.

Caution:

Sluggish movement or lack of appetite may indicate a health issue or environmental stress.

Price tiers by grade

For actual prices, see the market-price page.

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