Yes, we have a new "addition" to our family. One that has prompted much online research for the best way to care for him. His name is Sir Francis Drake - the bearded dragon. This name was pronounced as a substitute name for the original which was "Draco" by John. We are measuring Drake to determine progress of our online research efforts because Drake is supposed to grow up to 10-12 inches in six months. So far (2 weeks) growth has been slow. We have bought a heat emitter and new UBV lamp, along with a cave-type water bowl. We are feeding crickets on a high calcium diet in order to supply additional calcium to Drake's diet. Yes, there has been much to consider after making the initial choice of buying a reptile that is friendly and easy to handle.....and, yes, DON'T forget to wash those hands!
