Bearded Dragon on a rock
Pogona are a genus of lizards containing seven species, which are often known by the common name bearded dragons. The term "bearded dragon" is most commonly used to describe the Central Bearded Dragon. Members of this genus live in the arid, rocky, semi-desert regions and dry open woodlands of Australia. They are adept climbers, spending time on branches and in bushes, even found on fence posts when living near human habitation. Pogona bask on rocks and exposed branches in the mornings and afternoons. The species are found throughout Australia. Several species of this genus have been domesticated, especially Pogona vitticeps and are often kept as pets or exhibited. Males and females are of comparable size, although males usually sport a larger head, a thicker tail base and slimmer bodies than the females. There are cases where a female has a bigger head and tail than her male counterpart. Mature males will turn their throat pouches (beards) black during courtship to signal dominance,[3] although females have also been known to do the same. Male and female dragons can be distinguished by looking at the base of the tail. A male will have two large bumps on either side of the base, and a female will have a small bump right above her vent or no bump at all. [edit]
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