The Pogona Institute is built as a working reference for real-world care of bearded dragons. Here you’ll find care standards, clear feeding guides, a searchable database of safe and unsafe foods, and other interactive tools including our Dragon Health Tracker designed to help you better understand and support your individual dragon’s health over time. Everything is free to use.
In addition to core care resources, the Institute maintains a research library, publishes long-form articles, and hosts a community space where keepers can share experiences, photos, and observations.
If you are a new Dragon Keeper we suggest starting with the pulsing green button up top, otherwise pick a button below to get started.
Use our online tools, including the Dragon Health Tracker, food safety database, and calculators designed to take the guesswork out of bearded dragon care.
Open Care ToolsLearn about bearded dragons, their behavior, biology, and species differences to better understand the animal in your care.
Learn MoreClear, practical guidance on lighting, heating, nutrition, enclosure setup, and daily care to help bearded dragons thrive.
View Care GuideConnect with other keepers to share experiences, photos, questions, and observations in a focused, moderated space.
Join CommunityNeed to rehome a bearded dragon or help one in need? Find trusted resources and practical guidance here.
Rescue ResourcesLearn about our mission, our approach and how the Institute works to support better outcomes for bearded dragons.
Our MissionBrowse a curated selection of enclosures, equipment, and merchandise chosen for safety and effectiveness, and used by our team.
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