{"product_id":"bearded-dragon-ultra-high-colour-translucent-dark-orange-x-red-stripe","title":"Bearded Dragon (Ultra High Colour Translucent - Dark Orange x Red Stripe)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBearded Dragon (Ultra High Colour Translucent - Dark Orange x Red Stripe)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePogona vitticeps\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bearded Dragon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults typically reach 18 to 22 inches (46 to 56 cm), with males slightly larger and broader-headed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra High Colour Translucent Bearded Dragons combine two visual traits. \u003cstrong\u003eUltra High Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e intensifies reds, oranges, and yellows beyond standard High Colour levels (polygenic trait). \u003cstrong\u003eTranslucent\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces the amount of opaque white on the body, producing a subtle 'see-through' or 'gummy' effect. Eyes may or may not be solid black.. The combination results in a vibrant dragon with bold coloration and a brighter, translucent overlay. Body structure and overall morphology remain standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese particular animals are the result of crossing a \u003cstrong\u003eDark Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eRed Stripe\u003c\/strong\u003e bearded dragon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to the arid interior regions of central Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild Bearded Dragons inhabit dry scrublands, semi-desert plains, rocky outcrops, and open woodlands. In captivity, they thrive in spacious terrestrial enclosures with basking areas, climbing structures, and secure hides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bearded Dragons are diurnal, active, and alert. They display normal behaviours including basking, digging, climbing, arm-waving, and head-bobbing. Expression of Ultra High Colour or Translucent does not affect temperament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a terrestrial enclosure at least 48 inches × 24 inches × 24 inches (120 × 60 × 60 cm). Use a soil–sand substrate mixture that is dry on top but deep enough to retain some moisture in the lower layers, supporting natural digging behaviour. Include basking platforms, hides, branches, rocks, and open floor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasking area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110 to 115°F (43 to 46°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm side:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88 to 95°F (31 to 35°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool side:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 to 82°F (24 to 28°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNight temperatures may drop to 68 to 72°F (20 to 22°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity should remain 30–40%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide strong full-spectrum lighting and high-output UVB (10–12%) for 12–14 hours daily. Proper UVB and heat gradients support calcium metabolism and natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offer a varied omnivorous diet including crickets, roaches, silkworms, hornworms, black soldier fly larvae, leafy greens, vegetables, and occasional fruits. Juveniles require daily feeding; adults eat every 1–2 days. Use calcium and multivitamin supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e These dragons are active, exploratory, and responsive. They bask, dig, climb, and display natural behaviours when provided with proper husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure proper UVB exposure, secure enclosure, substrate depth, and heat gradients. Overfeeding or insufficient lighting can lead to metabolic issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2\u003eTaxonomy Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bearded Dragon belongs to the genus \u003cem\u003ePogona\u003c\/em\u003e, a group of Australian agamids adapted to arid environments. \u003cem\u003ePogona vitticeps\u003c\/em\u003e is widely kept due to its hardy nature, manageable size, and engaging personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra High Colour (polygenic):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUltra High Colour intensifies red, orange, and yellow pigmentation. Expression varies depending on polygenic contributions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTranslucent (recessive):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTranslucent reduces the amount of opaque white on the body, producing a subtle 'see-through' or 'gummy' effect. Eyes may or may not be solid black. This trait is visually expressed in this animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenetic Combination Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Bearded Dragon expresses \u003cstrong\u003eUltra High Colour and Translucent\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing bold coloration with a pastel, translucent overlay, with a high likelihood of displaying \u003cstrong\u003eDark Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eRed\u003c\/strong\u003e, and\/or \u003cstrong\u003eStripe\u003c\/strong\u003e phenotypes. 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