Updated On September 23rd, 2025
When I got my Leopard gecko (Jupiiter) her tail was HUGE. But now it seems kinda thin but not seriously thin (Check image). Also I have a friend who has a bearded dragon and sometimes his neck/chin is black. Is that normal?
1 Answer
Published on October 23rd, 2017
The tail functions as storage for nutrients and water. It will shrink if she doesn't eat enough and she draws from her reserves. A bearded dragon's chin (or beard) will turn black when stressed. This is normal but the negative stimuli should be identified and then reduced or eliminated.
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