Jacky dragon — the jacky dragon, a quick, expressive Australian agamid famous for its yellow mouth-lining display and semaphore arm-waving. A lively mid-sized display lizard for keepers who enjoy natural behaviour over handling.
At a Glance
| Species | Amphibolurus muricatus (jacky dragon) |
|---|---|
| Adult size | 25–35 cm, mostly tail |
| Lifespan | 6–10 years |
| Enclosure | 90×45×60 cm with branches and basking perch |
| Heat / light | Basking 35–38 °C; strong UVB essential |
| Experience level | Beginner-intermediate |
Care Basics
Half-arboreal and sun-loving: give elevated basking perches under heat and UVB, a sandy floor with leaf litter, and dusted insects several times a week. Jackies are watchers’ lizards — fast, alert, endlessly displaying — and tame to tong-feeding rather than handling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do jacky dragons handle well?
They tolerate brief handling but shine as display animals — the arm-waving and head-bobbing repertoire is the reason to keep them.
Can two live together?
Never two males; a sexed pair works in a large enclosure with sight-break planting.
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