Prairie Dragon
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Pogona henrylawsoni or the Prairie Dragon
Often called a Pygmy Bearded Dragon, Prairie Dragon is the smallest member of the Bearded dragon group, reaching only 25 cm as an adult. A short tail, and a small, round head set this animal apart from its Eastern cousin. Named after famed Australian Poet, Henry Lawson, these lizards are found in the deeply-cracking Black Soil plains of arid Australia. Prairie Dragons will seek shelter in these cracks at the first sign of danger. When they feel the threat has passed, they'll emerge to forage for insects in the cooler mornings and evenings.
The featureless nature of their environment limits perching sites to any small mounds of dirt or rocks. These slightly-elevated positions allow the animals to survey their surrounds, and leap into action if they spot any potential prey or predators. Their small size and docile nature make them well suited to life in captivity. All native reptiles are protected in Australia, and a licence is required if you intend to keep these animals.
Did you know...
- Often called a pygmy bearded dragon, Prairie Dragon is the smallest member of the Bearded dragon group, reaching only 25 cm as an adult.
- The prairie dragon was named after famed Australian Poet, Henry Lawson.
- The featureless nature of their environment limits perching sites to any small mounds of dirt or rocks. These slightly elevated positions allow the animals to survey their surrounds, and leap into action if they spot any potential prey or predators.
Where Prairie Dragon can be found in Australia:
