Eastern water dragons — the eastern water dragon, Australia’s streamside showpiece: crested, long-limbed, and a confident swimmer that drops from branches into water when startled. Given height, humidity and a proper water feature, they become bold, keeper-aware display animals with real presence.
At a Glance
| Species | Intellagama lesueurii (eastern water dragon) |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 60–90 cm including tail |
| Lifespan | 10–15+ years |
| Enclosure | 150×75×120 cm+ with large water area |
| Heat / light | Basking 35 °C; UVB essential; 60–70 % humidity |
| Experience level | Intermediate |
Care Basics
Think vertical riverbank: stout diagonal branches over a water tub big enough to submerge in, filtered or changed frequently. Feed dusted insects with occasional fish and greens. Water dragons habituate beautifully to a calm keeper’s presence — many learn to take food from tongs at the basking branch within weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How important is the water feature?
Central — swimming is natural behaviour and their stress-release. The bigger the water area, the better the animal you’ll see.
Do they tame?
To confident tong-feeding and calm proximity, yes; they’re not a cuddly species but become remarkably trusting.
Why Buy From EU Exotic Reptile Hub
- Captive-bred in Europe — no wild-caught animals, ever
- Live-arrival guarantee and health guarantee on every animal
- Verified feeding — we ship only established feeders, with a feeding record
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Shipping Across the EU
We ship EU-wide with specialist live-animal couriers in insulated, heat- or cool-packed boxes, dispatched only when the weather forecast along the whole route is safe. You receive tracking on dispatch day and your animal typically arrives within 24 hours. See our shipping policy and FAQ for full details.
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