Can Bearded Dragons Eat Dandelion Greens?
| Protein | 2.7g/100g |
| Fat | 0.7g/100g |
| Moisture | 86% |
| Ca:P ratio | 2.3 |
A genuine staple — high in calcium, vitamin A, and readily accepted by most dragons, including picky ones. Foraged dandelion greens are fine as long as they're from a pesticide- and herbicide-free area, well away from roadsides. Flowers are also safe and often enjoyed as a treat-like topper on the daily salad.
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