Home to your pet
There exists so many different enclosures/tanks suitable for bearded dragons. They may differ in prices, materials and functionality. You can choose any enclosure as long as it is of high standard and will provide a perfect home to your pet.
Remember to have a screen lid in any product you choose. It helps to keep the humidity level down and enhances proper flow of the air.
Moreover, every enclosure must contain UVA, UVB, and basking lights, the three are necessities in the habitat. Also, don’t leave out a ceramic heat emitter to warm the tank at night if necessary.
Let’s explore to different enclosures you can use for your beardie.
Glass Enclosures
Glass Terrarium
Are you looking forward to provide the best habitat for your beardie? Glass terrariums are a good option. Glass terrariums are safe and secure tanks that allows you to look through. It is also good in retaining heat and keep a high temperature required by bearded dragons.
Using a glass terrarium means that you have to clean the cage regularly since it does not allow free circulation of air. This could lead to respiratory infections. You also cannot use a heating pad because the glass can crack if it comes in direct with it.
Now, let’s jump direct into discussing the best glass terrarium for your bearded dragon.
Carolina Custom Cages Terrarium, Extra-LongCarolina custom cages terrarium is a high quality and ideal bearded dragon terrarium. You will get it at a very affordable price, and is the right choice terrarium to be used by your beardie for its entire life.
It is simply beautiful cage and can accommodate both old and young bearded dragons; it has a perfect amount of space.
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Carolina custom cages terrarium are very easy to assemble and it come in 18 different models. This is greatest news you choose exactly what you want. All the terrariums have a waterproof base and key-lock security. The 27 inches model and 36 inches model have a sliding hinge.
Its top mesh can perfectly accommodate the lamps and glass which superbly retains heat. The overall enclosure holds in heat well.
What I Like
- Long-life and durable terrarium.
- The presence of the top screen that is superb in ventilation.
- Reliable product and company.
- Great size and a premium product.
- REPTI ZOO Reptile Glass Terrarium
This high-quality glass terrarium by REPTI ZOO brand provides an enjoyable and comfortable home to juveniles and adults that are approximately 10-16 inches long. It has many accessories for the best setup for beardies already built-in.
It come in two different sizes, has glass sides to retain heat and a strengthened screen on top for ventilation and security purpose.
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The front doors can easily open to facilitate feeding and prevents the pet from escaping. Its raised bottom frame allows you to install a substrate heater, and the bottom is waterproof.
What I Like
- It is easy to install.
- It has a screen top for ventilation.
- It is durable and well structured.
- A raised bottom for heating mat/substrate.
- Easy windows and doors.
What I Don’t Like
- Some people find it hard to connect the terrarium.
- Exo Terra Outback Terrarium
If you are looking for a pocket friendly terrarium that is suitable for baby and juvenile bearded dragons, this is the right product to choose. It is an awesome terrarium, allows excellent circulation of air and retains the necessary warmth.
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It has front doors that freely opens to allow easy access into the cage for feeding and maintenance. It also has special designed lock to prevent escape and the doors can open separately. The product come with closable wires or tube inlets on the sides which allows you to install sensors, heat wave rocks in the inside.
It has a painted outback 3D rock background and the raised bottom allows you to fix a substrate heater.
What I Like
- Great value product.
- It is durable.
- Its 3D background makes it look great.
- Dual doors for easy access into the terrarium and security purpose.
What I Don’t Like
- The terrarium is minimal for adult bearded dragons.
- Exo Terra Glass Terrarium Kit, Mini Wide
This is a premium glass terrarium that is suitable for reptiles and amphibians. It provides a perfect depth enough for the substrate. Don’t be afraid to try this beautiful terrarium for your beardie.
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It is secure with locking glass panels and screen tops. The product has a raised bottom to mount the substrate heater and it is waterproof.
What I Like
- Presence of the escape-proof dual locks to prevent your pet from escaping.
- A raised and waterproof bottom.
What I Don’t Like
- The lock maybe quite hard to operate.
Plastic Enclosures
Plastic terrariums are becoming popular as perfect enclosures for the beardies due to their latest improvements. They look more like glass terrariums that it is even hard to tell the differences. They are cheaper and long-lasting.
Unlike glass terrariums which crack incase of damage, this enclosures only develop scratches.