Rankin Dragons

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Rankin Dragons
US$125.00

Enclosure

The absolute minimum enclosure size for a single Rankins dragon is 36”L x 18”W x 18”H, or a 40 gallon breeder-style tank. However, if you can provide larger, your pet will absolutely use the extra space!

The best UVB bulbs for a Rankins dragons housed in a 18-24” tall enclosure are:

  • Zoo Med Reptisun T5 HO 10.0
  • Arcadia Desert 12%

Best temperature for Rankins dragons

Rankins dragons need a basking temperature between 100°F, and 75-85°F on the cool side. Temperatures should be measured via infrared thermometer. For best results, use a flat piece of stone or wood as the basking surface.

Best humidity levels for Rankins dragons

Rankins dragons may be a semi-arid species, but that doesn’t mean you should simply ignore humidity as part of their husbandry. Provide 30-50% humidity on average, although occasional fluctuations lower or higher are safe. Keep track of humidity levels with a digital probe hygrometer placed in the middle of the terrarium

Best substrate for Rankins dragons

Substrate (aka bedding) covers the floor of the terrarium and helps make the enclosure more attractive, but it also helps maintain healthy joints and may provide something for your lizard to dig in.

We recommend the following substrates for Rankins dragons:

  • Zoo Med ReptiSand
  • Zoo Med Excavator Sand
  • Exo Terra Desert Sand
  • Exo Terra Stone Desert
  • 60/40 play sand/topsoil mix

Substrate should be at least 2” deep and completely replaced every 3-4 months. Remove poop and urates daily, along with contaminated substrate.

What to feed to a Rankins dragon

Rankins dragons are omnivorous, which means that they need to eat both plant- and animal-based foods to get the nutrition they need. The foods that they need are mostly insects and leafy greens. Here’s a basic feeding schedule:

  • Hatchlings (<3 months) — bugs 2-3x/day + leafy greens daily
  • Juveniles (3-7 months) — bugs 2x/day + leafy greens daily
  • Subadults (7-12 months) — bugs + leafy greens daily
  • Adults (>12 months) — bugs 3-5x/week + leafy greens daily

Variety is the key to providing a healthy, balanced diet for your pet. The more variety you can provide, the better!

Feeder insects for Rankins dragons: dubias, discoids, red runner roaches, crickets, black soldier fly larvae, hornworms, silkworms, mealworms

Leafy greens for Rankins dragons: alfalfa, arugula/rocket, bok choy, brussels sprouts, cactus pads, carrot greens, cress, collard greens, dandelion greens, endive, kale, mustard greens, radicchio, red leaf lettuce, romaine lettuce, spinach, turnip greens