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Bearded dragons can see the things around their enclosure. But if you want to know the bearded dragon's range of vision, you can test your pet. You can be a little far away from the beardie. Show your pet its favorite food. If the beardie attempts to come to you, that means it can see where you are. Testing the range of bearded dragons' vision will help you to know how far it can see. It can also let you check if there's something wrong with your beardie. Although there is no normal range of vision for bearded dragons, you can conduct this test to learn how far your pet can see. Do Bearded Dragons Have A Third Eye? Yes, bearded dragons have a third eye or also known as the parietal eye. But not all bearded dragon owners may know about them. It's well disguised and hard to notice. The beardies third eye has a lens and retina but no iris. It's covered by a thin transparent layer of skin. How Does Bearded Dragons Third Eye Works? Unfortunately, beardies can't see images and colors in their third eye. Good thing they have two eyes that are useful for these reptiles. The parietal eye can only see changes from the light. It provides information if there are changes in their environment. It helps them know if it's day or night. It can also help them detect temperature changes, which allows them to detect other animals above them For humans, when you close your eyes and try covering them with your hand, it will look darker. The beardies' third eye is not that essential for their survival but can make them more efficient. Make sure to be careful whenever you handle your bearded dragon. The third eye is located at the top of their head and covered with a scale and skin. What Do Bearded Dragons See? The bearded dragons' eyesight is great since they can see from a good distance. Even if you accidentally drop food far from the beardie, it will run towards it. Beardies can also see colors better than humans. They use four cones while humans only use three which makes them see more colors. Aside from that, bearded dragons also have their parietal eye. It can see shadows and changes in lighting. Their third eye can also detect predators and make them aware of daytime and nighttime. It provides them an advantage to also sense their prey so that they can eat in the wild. However, even if they have excellent vision during the day, bearded dragons can't see in the dark. Their depth perception is also bad since their eyes are located on the opposite side of their heads. Bearded dragons may jump even if it's too high for them. It can cause accidents and injury if you leave your bearded dragon outside its tank. Do Bearded Dragons See Color? Yes, bearded dragons can see color and they have excellent vision. Their eyes are on the sides of their heads which makes them see a wider perspective. As mentioned, they use four cones which helps them see more colors than humans. They also have a third eye to detect light changes. Beardies can see colors and it's important to learn more about how their vision works. It will help you understand your pet better. If you see the bearded dragon leap and hit something, it's due to their bad depth perception. Although they have good vision, they can't see in the dark. How Do Bearded Dragons See? These reptiles have their eyes located on different sides of their head. It helps them have a wider range of vision since they can see both sides. As humans, we have eyes in front of our faces. We can see better when it's in front of us since that's where our vision is focused. Humans have peripheral vision but we can't see much unless we turn our necks in a specific direction. Bearded dragon's eyes are positioned on each side of their heads. They can look in front of them and on their sides. Beardies don't need to turn their heads much because of this ability. Aside from having two eyes, they also possess a third eye. This is located at the top of their heads between their eyes that looks like a gray spot. Having a third eye is important for bearded dragons' survival in the wild. It helps them to detect their prey and predators while knowing the time. Can Bearded Dragons React To Colors? Yes, bearded dragons can see colors and they also react to them depending on their experience about a specific color. It also depends on biological, hormonal, environmental, and social factors. The color preference also depends on the bearded dragon's experience with creatures, food, and objects around their surroundings. These reptiles can see colored vision better than humans. Bearded dragons are tetrachromatic which means that they have four color receptors. It helps them to see more colors than what we can see. Beardies can also see ultraviolet waves. Can Bearded Dragons See in the Dark? No, bearded dragons can't see in the dark like other animals. They don't have eyes like cats that have night vision. Beardies can't see when you turn off the lights from their enclosure, especially at night. Your pet will bump around tank decorations while trying to walk inside the enclosure since it can't see anything. The best thing to do is use an automatic light switch. It can turn the lights on and off the time you set this device. Using an automatic switch can help the bearded dragons to have a good night's sleep. Set this at the same time every day and allow your beardie to get used to it. They need light and darkness to set their biological clock. What Colors Can Bearded Dragons See? Bearded dragons can see different colors in both of their eyes. They have good color vision and it's even better than humans. Their eyes are located on the sides of their heads. It makes them have a hard time seeing what's coming to them. Even if they can see colors, it can still be a challenge. These lizards can also display colors from some parts of their bodies. Bearded dragons change colors to react to different situations. They have personal experiences that make them associate colors with how they feel. If you house another bearded dragon inside the enclosure, the other beardie may change its color as a reaction. Are Bearded Dragons Color Blind? No, bearded dragons are not color blind. They have excellent vision and see different colors as well since they are tetrachromatic. They use four cone color receptors which help them see ultraviolet light. Unlike dogs, beardies can see the color of different objects from their surroundings. However, bearded dragons can see brighter colors better compared to darker colors around them. They are more attracted to bright-colored objects and they seem to react more than when seeing dark colors. They can see different colors and react differently based on their experience. Do Bearded Dragons Have Good Eyesight? Yes, bearded dragons have good eyesight. Not only they can see nearby objects but other things far from them. Even if you stand across the other end of the enclosure, the bearded dragon can still see you. Aside from having a good bearded dragon vision, they can also see colors as we do. Aside from seeing well with their two eyes, bearded dragons also have their third eye. It helps them to detect light and darkness. That will make them aware when it's time to sleep or wake up. But beardies can't see when it's dark. It's best to ensure that your beardie will have the light it needs. Is It Important for Bearded Dragons to See? Yes, bearded dragons need to survive, especially back in the wild. They will have a hard time staying alive without seeing their surroundings. Bearded dragons need to have a good vision so they can eat and avoid getting eaten. It will also help them to go home after roaming around. Below are the reasons why beardies need to have. 1. Hunting Preys Wild bearded dragons need to have good eyesight to hunt their prey. In the wild, they need to hunt to survive. If they can see their prey, bearded dragons will starve. The location of their eyes on their heads makes them see a wider area. Having good eyesight is also important even if they are in captivity. It will let your beardie catch feeder insects inside the enclosure. Some insects will try to hide to avoid getting eaten. Bearded dragons need to hunt for live food even in captivity to avoid them from becoming overweight. 2. Detecting Predators In the wild, it's a matter of life and death for bearded dragons. If they don't detect predators around them, beardies will become a meal. But even as pets, bearded dragons still need to have the ability to detect predators. They need to escape as soon as possible for them to survive. The wide range of bearded dragon vision is crucial for their survival. Being able to see around them without turning their necks is a useful ability. It helps bearded dragons to see predators behind, on their side, and in front of them. Their good vision helps them to survive the wild better. The third eye is also another helpful bearded dragon feature. It can detect predators by having the ability to sense even the slightest changes from the light. This eye between their heads can detect shadows that are cast by predators. This will help the lizard to fight back or escape the scene before it becomes a meal. 3. Navigation Based on a study, bearded dragons use their third eye for navigation. They are territorial by nature and will occupy a specific area. When a bearded dragon leaves its territory to hunt for food, it will go back home afterward. Beardies can easily find their home without any issue. FAQs 1. Are Bearded Dragons Attracted To The Same Colors? No, not all bearded dragons are attracted to the same colors. Some of them may dislike the color other beardies may like. The bearded dragons' preferred color depends on different factors. Past experiences and what colors the beardies might have seen affect how they react with different colors. 2. What is The Relationship Between The Colors Beardies Like And The Colors It Displays? There's a relationship between the color beardie likes and the color it displays. When the bearded dragon changes its color, that means it's reacting to a specific situation. If you have another beardie in the enclosure, keep an eye on its color. Bearded dragons associate colors based on their feelings. 3. How Does Beardie's Experience Influence How It Views Certain Colors? Bearded dragons may like bright colors but some beardies may dislike them. Depending on the beardies' past experiences will affect how they react with colors. For example, if the beardie experienced something bad with red, it will feel stressed when seeing the color. Conclusion So, how far can bearded dragons see? It depends on the range of their vision. These reptiles can see in color and they also cover a wide range. It's an essential part of the bearded dragon's survival to see clearly. In the wild, they have to deal with everything on their own. As a pet, beardies don't have to worry about food or predators. Having an excellent vision is still important for these reptiles.

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