Uromastyx vs Bearded Dragon - Head To Head

So you have decided that a medium-sized, agamid lizard is the right pet for you, but which one is the best? We pair two of the most popular agamids, the bearded dragon and the uromastyx, head to head, to determine which one makes the best pet.
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0:29 Criteria: Awesomeness, Expensiveness, Difficulty.
0:53 Awesomeness
5:39 Expensiveness
7:54 Difficulty
9:18 Overall
9:43 Conclusion
10:16 Bloopers, Outtakes, Silliness
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You guys are so RAD!

[@ClintsReptiles]

It has come to my attention since filming this video that there are concerns about handling bearded dragons and uromastyx at the same time. This is because bearded dragons can carry a skin disease in their saliva that can negatively impact uromastyx. As it turns out, healthy bearded dragons and healthy uromastyx both can carry the disease, but only bearded dragons carry it in their saliva. It is important to mention that it appears that it needs to be introduced into a wound to cause symptoms. If your dragon or uromastyx has a wound, both are at risk of the disease even if they are only exposed to their own species. Probably the biggest risk of placing the two together (even for a short time) would be that since dragons carry the bacteria in their oral cavities, a bite from a dragon could create the wound and introduce the bacteria in one fell swoop. It is reasons like this that we never recommend cohabitating species: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKeaknh7m5eVaaM We have no reason to suspect any ill effects have come to the dragon or the uro used in this video, but we will continue to monitor them, and just want to be sure that you are aware of the potential issues that can arise from exposing these species to one another. For more information, please see the following: www.researchgate.net/publication/23299204_Devriesea_agamarum_causes_dermatitis_in_bearded_dragons_Pogona_vitticeps

[@genli5603]

Clint's Reptiles *Fell swoop. ;)

[@masonfyffe4979]

what type of uromastyx are in the video

[@sandravenneri768]

Ok, I don’t plan on having BOTH these lizards, but thanks for the extra info Clint. Love the channel. Hank (My B.t.s) and I love your channel!❤️🇨🇦

[@dr.bozeman1514]

@@masonfyffe4979 It's a male geyri, yellow phase

[@kpritch2387]

I’m thinking of getting a beardy but I’m not sure what to use as their substrate. Newspaper is easy to change but looks bad, sand is off the list cuz of impacting, but carpet looks better although I’m not sure if the poop will stain it/get stuck/trap bacteria that can harm the beardy. Any opinions on this??

[@acesfan29]

The only problem I have with your channel is that this proves that I need more lizards. 😂 Keep up the good work.

[@bigkirbyhj666]

Yeah and reminds I need a lizard.

[@i.a.1859]

So true.

[@bigsam8597]

@@bigkirbyhj666 It's been almost a year. Do you have a lizard, yet?

[@47hundo86]

@@bigsam8597 its been 3 now so where he at??

[@ellettaylor4764]

Right😂😂

[@mrmagicmorpher]

I remember going to an expo and seeing a uromastyx climb on the side of his enclosure and just fall backwards, at that monent I knew I had to have it!

[@oliviab7438]

love at first sight lmao

[@sky-_-3905]

So, I guess it fell for you?

[@Salmon_Lamb0]

Sky -_- That joke was actually pretty funny.

[@kellmustbedestroyed]

James Bailey awww lol

[@Ray.5446.]

Omg it did the same for me

[@jasminahaverinen5759]

Beardie is labeled as a basic pet lizards but damn I have kept reptiles for 20 years and just got my first beardie few moths ago. I never imagined a reptile would actually have such a bond with me. She asks to get out of the enclosure and wants to interract with me all the time. That is something very special that I would have never imagined before finally getting a beardie. Such a worthwhile pet!

[@heathersandsted4250]

You are spot on! My sons, bearded dragon, Herkimer asks every day to come out, and knows the time of day when he’s supposed to come out. He also does not like to go back home. He is a very happy lizard to spend time with people. I really do feel like this is a personable reptile.

[@boredUser2]

I love how bearded dragons always look ready to square up

[@shubniggurath3947]

Because they are. That being said, they are really really tame. Just don't have them within eyesight of each other.

[@DownLow0099]

Yeah they all think that they are King lol

[@maximus4375]

Who else just comes to this channel for his happy personality and the amazing reptiles

[@desireehead4176]

💁🏽‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️

[@owenf2835]

i think thats everyone :)

[@sagnikmajumder3957]

Me

[@morgangobin9985]

You’re like Bill Nye the Science Guy of reptiles, Clint! You’re so charismatic and fun to watch! ^_^

[@tickets23]

Morgan Gobin I strongly second this statement!

[@happyherping3710]

So true

[@cinnasticks288]

Clint is a much better educator. Bill tends to be a judgey dick.

[@nathanielspears9902]

Morgan Gobin I agree

[@alk3603]

Bill is a pompous engineer

[@brianchristian87]

I’ve had my yellow Uro for 5 years, it has been a class pet for my kindergarteners. So docile and the kids have the job of feeding. I am the one who holds it only because they are so fast to want to escape. He does love coming out and looking at the class and is pretty social.

[@Salmon_Lamb0]

Brian Christian Those students are lucky. In kindergarten our class pets were butterflies and a goldfish I think, but I can’t remember very well. In second grade my teacher gave me 2 mealworms. In 3rd grade my table had a pet crayfish/crawfish/crawdaddy. It was the first class pet with a name, which is Cupcake.

[@loganh710]

I didn't even get a c pet

[@sixfeetundertheradar6080]

Brian Christian we had turtles for my class and were in charge of feeding. The boys were in charge one day and WAAAAY overfed them, after that only girls could feed them. Idk why we were separated by gender lol but us girls were very happy about being the sole feeders 😂

[@rainbow_doglover8301]

One of my science classes had a preserved sheep brain in a jar as a class pet. His name was Fred, if I remember correctly.

[@matildacaiman3894]

@@Salmon_Lamb0 lucky! We didn't have any pets

[@rkhoe1105]

I work at a zoo so I've handled plenty of reptiles in my day, but the sweetest one by far was my Uro. He was a rescue and one of the chillest reptiles ever.

[@JESTER11X]

I learned to never wear mint green nail polish if I plan on handling my beardie because she thinks my fingers are hornworms lol 😂

[@capj64]

K-Chan Kougashima, I can’t wear red nail polish because my dragon loves strawberries 🍓

[@brutusisadog]

Im not even a reptile owner but thank you all for this tidbit about owning them that i wouldn't have considered myself haha

[@adlerhorst1995]

Uromastyx sounds like a mid 80s electro-pop group

[@kateball530]

I had to like, then unlike your comment, just so I could like it again! Excellent observation.

[@oben6853]

It sounds like a dinosaur name

[@clapseal]

ik right it reminds me of Eurythmics

[@AkuTenshiiZero]

I love how the uromastyx is in a constant state of panic while the bearded dragon is super chill and just cares about climbing the guy.

[@DragonRiderShiru]

I feel like the tendency for uromastyx to hide can be very dependant on who you get them from. My local reptile store has uromastyx that are constantly out and very friendly and curious. If you open the front of one of their tanks, especially the babies, they will come right to you and try to climb out onto you.

[@sme02]

I've had both and I think it's Uromastyx all the way! I also had one beardie with a biting issue, never out of aggression, but he would get WAY too excited about food. And a few times he thought I might have food and dove at my hands, mouth open! But my uromastyx was just a doll, so gentle and lovely.

[@StraightP1ff]

I just love how the dragon just chilled the whole time, even when they were next to eachother.

[@ClintsReptiles]

They're so awesome

[@flordebruycker8236]

One tip: uromastyx love eatable flowers

[@its_zea9633]

I’m a bearded dragon fan. They are so cute, and sweet. He loves to climb in my hair and he gets stuck sometimes Lol So that’s one of the reasons I cut my hair short. When my hair is short he won’t get stuck And when I sing he runs up to me and jumps on my stomach to hear, he is sooooo cuteeee Sometimes he tries to eat my green and blue rubber bands because they look like hornworms

[@greygreenblack]

I adore bearded dragons. They are the cutest and sweetest animals on Earth.

[@oliviab7438]

I feel like the bearded dragon definitely wanted to find a way onto your head lol

[@jaydenrosen9201]

Olivia Birch yeah my beardie sits on my shirt then crawls up on my shoulders then up on my head

[@Abstormal]

I went out to buy a Bearded Dragon, came home with a Uromastyx instead! To me it was the feeder insects that did it, and that face! They look like a turtle without a shell crossed with an alligator ;) But mine bites A LOT! He is still young, but I've had him 2-3 months, he is still very bitey =P In the Uromastyx video can you go more in to detail about their food? I have a hard time figuring out what to feed him... Most of the items listed as their staple diet I'm only able to find in "ready made salad mix", which is more expensive and usually includes some items I have to remove as well... I want to see if there are any of the more regular whole greens I can find locally to use as his staple diets.

[@CallenMagnuson]

Congrats on your Uromastyx! I love seeing them around more and more. I've found males can be more outgoing and will tend to be more willing to hang out with you as well as be a bit more feisty when they are young. He should get used to you and stop biting as he gets older though! As far as diet, I mostly try to avoid spinach. Iceberg lettuce is pretty void of nutrition, but many of the darker lettuces will have enough nutrition to get away with feeding. I tend to use spring mix and toss it with some calcium and vitamin powder once or twice a week. Lentils are also a big deal. I always keep a small dish filled with dried lentils. I mix this with a basic bird seed. I do try to avoid sunflower seeds still in the shell though. The tough shells make me nervous even though they should be able to handle them. That said, I find my uromastyx will pick out all the lentils and eat them before touching any of the birdseed mix.

[@Abstormal]

I find most lists say Endives and Frisee are supposedly the best staple diet. But I just can't find those, even tried at a farm market. They are in some of the mixes though. I use millet as part of the bedding, and seen him eat them too, and have a bowl of bird food (Canaries, mostly small little seeds or things and a bit of sunflowers without shells) with just a tiny bit of reptile food in the mix (saw it recommended). And I use both calcium and vitamins =) I haven't given him lentils though. And no experience with them. Any specific kind? I don't know his actual gender though, but prefer to say he than he/she or it =P

[@CallenMagnuson]

How brightly colored is your Uromastyx? Males are more vivid than females in most species. As far as lentils go, I've found they like them dry and crunchy the most. You may find your Uro is most attracted to a certain color lentil. I'd recommend buying all of them, mixing them together, and seeing what your uro decides to eat!

[@Abstormal]

Not sure. Somewhat in the middle ;) Not sure if linking works: ... not even allowed to paste... You can find it on my channel, bottom has a Lizard folder =P Thanks! I will try that out =)

[@CallenMagnuson]

Your species should develop some blue if male (if I remember correctly). It will probably happen after about a year :)

[@radishpetcare8377]

I got so lucky I’ve been wanting a uromastyx but thought “probably the closest seller is in like Poland or something” and then I realize that there is an exotic shop 5 minutes away from me!

[@Fruityflootloops]

This just goes to show how distinct the personality of a reptile can be. My brother’s uromastyx climbs all around even on our head and shoulders and jumps. He is a baby ornate. But he loves high places like beardies do!!!!

[@robemley6130]

Good to see you at the Wasatch Reptile Expo today. Thanks for speaking with my wife and I about our new Leopard Gecko and Red Uromastyx. If you ever get your hands on an African Millipede (A. Gigas), I would love to hear what you have to say.Thanks for all you do!

[@daniellemahdal8217]

I have two beardies! I love them! I don't find feeding insects to be a pain ... isn't it kinda fun and exciting to watch! I love how excited they get for them!

[@shubniggurath3947]

The only time it's a pain, is when they miss the roach completely and chomp the end of your finger.

[@maddierosenbalm2437]

"They stay in place" he says, as mine climbs into my hair, onto my shoulder, down to my hip, back up the inside of my shirt, and then attempting to scale my face.

[@brokenstacker8297]

Clint, you are so animated and fun to watch. I just got a baby beardie, can't wait till he is full grown.

[@Lordbigbones]

They grow up so fast

[@user-oh4li5xx2x]

I'm happy for you

[@nathandurrant404]

I bet it's grown already. Mine fully matured since march when I got it as a baby.

[@Salmon_Lamb0]

Chris Thompson I saw a baby bearded dragon at a pet store at China town. I’m was not ready for a reptile yet, so I just watched it. If I did have it I would be worried if I would crush it. My sister is more likely to do that though 😏

[@maddiemanders981]

Ive worked with both beardies and Uros and the Uro was by far my favorite. Just the cutest little personality. Very inquisitive. Beardies dont do much really. Still very cool but its Uro for me.

[@road_rages7256]

Well now I want both lizards thanks Clint lol another great video man

[@rileybeutler4859]

Clint you are by far one of my favorite reptile you tubers were so incredibly educated obviously because it’s part of your work but you really flex your knowledge in such an easy to grasp away 🖤🖤🖤

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much for saying that! I hope that I make learning about these animals fun and clear. Learning should be fun!

[@jarmstrong4539]

First off, I absolutely adore your channel! Keep up the good work. I was wondering if, when you make your Uromastyx video, you could address the differences between Uromastyx from different locales (Egyptian, Mali, Ornate, etc.) ?

[@CRANTIME]

This was actually the perfect video for me to run into. I was already leaning more towards the Uromastyx cuz of the easier diet but you've brought up some other good points that I didn't know about

[@brentrichards1200]

That beardie is so damn cute.

[@carleyjones7324]

You’re my favorite youtuber. I trust your advice wholeheartedly thank you for helping me learn!

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much! Always be sure to double-check what I say, but I work hard to give solid advice that will help potential keepers avoid making unnecessary mistakes.

[@carleyjones7324]

Clint's Reptiles will do! 😊

[@Christopherjamesmurphy21]

Clint's Reptiles love the humility man. Such a class act. I wish we were friends lol

[@kylerobinson1985]

I absolutely love my agamid lizard Montezuma the beardie. But now I want a Uromastyx too! They are both sooo cool

[@apetloverslife5799]

Trying to decide what to ask for my birthday between these 2 and this helps thanks clint

[@CoffeeTimeBrian11]

The Uromastyx is my absolute favorite lizard, but breeding them becomes difficult. I kept three Nigerian Red Uromastyx, but someone stole them during a break in. Very sad story.

[@EzGainz9877]

You as a channel have gotten much better compared to your first vids, id like to see this channel grow

[@leopardgeckoman8918]

Great vid. Plz plz plz for your next video do a reptile room tour👍😂

[@kristerpedersen1645]

Leopard gecko Scotty , many of the reptiles in his videos, are not his animals, but he does have some so I would like to see where he keeps them as well!

[@kassyvaldez1015]

I've been debating about getting either of the two so great timing with this, but the tie is helping 😂

[@natesturm448]

I own several Uro's. A Saharan, an Algerian, and an Egyptian. The Egyptian is still just a baby however it's already the size of both my other Uro's who are fully grown. Can't wait for him to be a monster. I want to see if he'll give the other two Uro's rides on his back. I chose Uro's because they're more unique than a Bearded Dragon. I have many many friends with Beardies but I'm the only one in the group with Uromastyx.

[@isaiah_mdl]

Blue tongue snake vs Gidgee skink

[@erism.4800]

My boyfriend and I just got a Saharan Uromastyx and we are already obsessed with him he’s still young (1 year old) and we’re not sure what gender it is but he’s absolutely awesome!!

[@nittanyburg20]

Can you do a video on common pet reptiles that really aren’t such a good idea for most people?

[@TheCharleseye]

Hot Cosby Considering most people are terrible at husbandry and want to treat anything they buy like a stray cat (put out food and water and only clean up messes if they become inconvenient), I'd say all reptiles are a bad idea for "most people." The only reason Petsmart and PetCo still sell animals is because most people are happy to ignorantly do the wrong thing with an animal (as long as it's the cheaper, easier option), have it die within a year or two and then go out and buy another one. "Most people" should have a pet rock.

[@nittanyburg20]

Charles Eye I mean like pets that take a lot more work than you might realize. Like water turtles for example

[@ClintsReptiles]

I think that's a great idea!

[@kwiggy5091]

Easy to populate that list. Iguanas, monitors, retic pythons, slider turtles, most tortoises. Not to say they can't be kept beautifully but I see those kept in horrible conditions or without the right commitment ALL THE TIME.

[@shubniggurath3947]

Chameleons, Pythons and Iguanas are the big three that come to mind. Tortoises are easy, but some people are just not capable of accepting the level of commitment required.

[@heatherheath9980]

both of these guys are incredibly docile. In my opinion if you've never had reptiles, these two are better than any leopard gecko or "starter reptile"

[@3Torts]

... Leos are the undefeated champion though.

[@aiden1453]

This is the best part of my day! Thank you so much! You’re an excellent teacher and very inspiring.

[@ClintsReptiles]

That is such a kind review! Thank you so much for taking the time to tell me that.

[@Borispacheco1973]

I have bought two of each!! They're amazing pets.

[@wasserminze108]

Great video! Thank you! I would love for you to make a video about adult rescue reptiles. I've never had a reptile before and I would only ever adopt a pet, so I would love to hear your opinion on what to look out for, especially concearning health issues and personality traits.

[@ClintsReptiles]

That is a great idea!

[@kristerpedersen1645]

Finally a video that contains an Uromastyx ! Can’t wait to see more Clint! Now I’m considering an uromastyx as my second reptile, but a leopard gecko, and a ball python is also high on the wish list!

[@uromastyx]

I've kept Uromastyx for a long time right now I onlyI keep Egyptian Uromastyx & I've found that while they overall very friendly have an attitude & go through mood swings, I get tail whipped every now and then and multiple hard thrashings, it's actually one of the reasons I like em so much it gives them personality. . Plus they also are the exception when it comes to size, growing up to 30" they need a much larger enclosure then the others. They're actually the largest of all agamid lizards.

[@TobaKett]

uromastyx I have a Nigerian and we love his "danger shimmy" that he gives when he is grumpy. It's the warning he gives us (usually when grabbing his salad bowl in the morning and he just woke up) that if we don't heck off he's gonna tail whip us into next week. Hence the name Groucho, lol

[@hinarichan7504]

I was about to comment and request a uro video since I've been looking into getting one. Thank you mind reader :)

[@ClintsReptiles]

We actually bugged your house. I wish I could read minds...

[@brianhanson2506]

Love your channel been watching for a long time I've kept reptiles for 25 yrs ... another thing is Uromastyx live about twice as long as bearded dragons with good care

[@Roux-AtlasCreation]

I think would rather have a bluey or a tegu if i was going for a non gecko sort of lizard. I agree with the choice of a uro, just more unique. theres some pretty cool colors out there too!

[@innercitydaydreamer1124]

Subscribed! Love this video, so glad you popped up in my suggestions!

[@erikpitt767]

Awesome vid as always Clint :) adopted a baby beardie about a month ago and love the little guy!

[@ever228]

I have a bearded dragon and i love her so much! Shes really calm and not hard to deal with, yes the insects may cost abit but they last a while so its not like youre wasting money constantly.

[@josephsalcido1639]

My girlfriend and I love your channel!!! Please do frilled dragon, the best lizard? 🦎

[@ClintsReptiles]

Great idea! We will for sure.

[@uraniumjoe]

Hey Clint, can you do a video on Collared Lizards? I've heard you mention them before and would love your take on them (especially since I just adopted one)!

[@ClintsReptiles]

For sure!

[@oohdahloop1483]

Found this channel looking for info on the Uromastyx and now I've been just binge watching all the videos lol

[@ragytag]

Yay the uromastyx!!! Now all I’m waiting for is the chuckwalla video!!!!

[@isaac-wz8pu]

Thank you for making this video ive been contemplating which lizard i wanted and u helped me choose that i want a uromastyx

[@ClintsReptiles]

They are an awesome choice!

[@lilithwolfstear9877]

We own two beardies.

[@cobrakill4636]

Really nice video! Quality is getting better and better :D

[@leelaamay3984]

Love your channel

[@fdcdrifter]

Just got a yellow uro. The temp and lights are pretty difficult but I'll learn!

[@felixjazzage7982]

Uromastyx have cute heads, like turtles. I find them to be friendly once they get accustomed to you, good natured and very easy to feed with relatively inexpensive food.

[@zoecreates9776]

This is a fantastic video I have a bearded dragon and he’s super awesome

[@nolang.1632]

This hurt my heart when you said that the uro won. My beardie is such a sweet heart

[@error-qt5sp]

both are great

[@thegrumpydragon7601]

I have 26 bearded dragons Imagine the cost of that

[@peridotthebeardie5641]

I have 2

[@thevscopeppapig5398]

I have one *me comparing my myself to you*

[@QthAgR8]

THE GRUMPY DRAGON tf

[@shubniggurath3947]

Food wise, easily over $100 a month, unless you are breeding Dubias. Utilities cost? Probably an extra $75-$100. My 2 beardies and my tortoise eat me out of house and home. Separately, my 12 tarantulas only cost me about $25 a month to feed.

[@voltix9594]

Great, now my hard choice of which pet reptile I'd want just got even harder

[@ClintsReptiles]

It is tough to decide.

[@sashimi2424]

Uros and Beardies are in the same species/family of Agamidae so they act similar. However Beardies are more domesticated so with a Uro you have to work towards their trust similar to a cat or gecko. Uro need two hot light bulbs and they cost more than Beardies' single light bulb but Uro food is cheaper and easier to deal with since they are 99.5% vegan.

[@GardensOfUtopia]

Both :P :D

[@lizardliam3231]

I have a bearded dragon and it's not that expensive at all and my friend has a uromastyx and he had to pay 657$ just first year

[@thevscopeppapig5398]

Idk same but I got beardie they loveable mine won't leave me alone with giving me a death look from his cage because I put him up

[@jordanbonds4603]

Hi Clint! Thank you for taking the time to put these videos together! I have had the hardest time finding honest comparisons online between different lizards. Typically I find lots of detail on one species on a site, but then horrible scant info on others and it's almost always inconsistent between sites. It makes honest research and selecting the right reptile difficult for someone who's not already in the hobby. I'd like to ask a question comparing the Uro and Beardie if you're possibly still reading comments on this video. What is the difference in attentiveness and inquisitiveness between the Uro and Beardie? The inquisitiveness of Beardies is really a big part of what has my family interested in adding a Reptile, but the color and feeding requirements of the Uros have us really considering them. I get that Uros will prefer to get low and hide while a Beardie will want to climb, but how interactive are they in comparison?

[@HaruDoneYet]

From my own research I've found there isnt a basic "it acts like this", it varies from individual to individual. So comparing them as a species is rather difficult in my opinion. The main question is whether or not you want an observation animal or one you can handle on a regular basis?

[@char7826]

Nice video ! Your explanation are so clear and the way you talk make the video very enjoyable ! Can't wait to see more of them ! I actually got a Uromastyx a year ago, and the person at the pet shop told me he was around 3yrs old. When she took it, he looked fine and same when I putted him in his ''house'', but since then I can't grab him cause every time I drop his vegies he run to hide himself. I tried to make him use to it, but doesnt seem like working. Everytime i grab him he panic and flick his tail in every direction, never calming down. I can see in his eyes how much he panic :/

[@TheXDiabetus]

My girlfriend got a bearded dragon a year ago and I recently got a uromastyx and we love them so much! They are both so great in so many ways.

[@keithdouglass3618]

I found be patient to bond . won't take long .after a few days of picking up . they get use to you .and intisapate your feeding . and what you have in your hand . good fun .Keith Australia

[@turbotreehouse9780]

Thanks for doing the Uromastyx!!!!

[@joyl6079]

Loved this! Can you do a video on Chinese water dragons sometime?

[@ClintsReptiles]

We will for sure!

[@SilverScarletSpider]

i like head to heads like this. is there a video you did on a lizard worthy of going up against the emerald tree skink or collard lizard?

[@mikem_vb4546]

Around 13 years ago I had a Somali Uromastyx from the big reptile expo in Daytona. Had beautiful colors.

[@phasm42]

The bearded dragon perched on your shoulder reminds me of Helpful Vancouver Vet's cat Mr. Pirate 😂

[@avidjshulk4916]

i have a little beardie and he is about 7-8 months now and i got him when he was 2 months old and he is doing great

[@lidathorn6449]

The Mali Uro was the very first lizard I ever loved lol. When I was in middle school I think (cuz gosh I'm old and it was a lifetime ago) instead of taking the bus, I'd walk home just so I could stop at this pet shop and play with the animals! They had a Mali Uromastyx and it was the coolest thing in the world to me! Super docile, not very colorful, but I remember the temp of its belly was super hot and as a lil kid I always thought it was their body temp, now I know it's because he basked on a heat rock in his enclosure. I still don't have one because of availability and when I do find them, they're way more expensive than I'm prepared to dish out, so that's one for the save jar! lol

[@roland_the_cursor]

Check ReptileUnderground

[@keithdouglass3618]

I give them very mild warm water baths . no . no chemicals at all . quick towl and back in cage . mostly on warm days .Keith Australia

[@DadofThree]

Ehhh I'd have to disagree with the final conclusion. Yes getting all the feeders can be a pain...but it's much cooler watching a lizard eat feeders vs eating a salad lol. Both awesome lizards though. We have a Beardie and I want a uromastyx. But our next lizard will be a Blue Tongue Skink. We are headed to Repticon Knoxville today!

[@Babe-jq2sy]

Yes but not everyone wants dirty insects around the house.

[@keithdouglass3618]

I have a heated cage for the eating in.then put them out side in another out door cage for direct sunlight. but have shade for them. they seem to know the routine. doing this for 9 months now .are healthy and alert . Keith Australia

[@rosealamango6918]

I'm considering getting one of them

[@keithdouglass3618]

I mix up .greens.fruit.dog food. blend it .put in ice cube tray . thaw out when needed . sprinkle calcium and vitamins. Keith Australia

[@user-gg4of8kj6y]

Uromastyx will eat dandelions, and can forage in the yard ....that saves money and also is a good way to keep the Uromastyx healthy by getting yard time daily. Good excellent temperament Need to watch them 100% or put on leash

[@MrSdaniel79]

I want both of them!!!! These guys're cool!!!

[@oliviab7438]

I'd be interested in hearing your opinion on the Madagascar Giant Day Gecko. Your videos always teach me something!

[@ClintsReptiles]

They're on our list of animals to cover!

[@kaiden178]

Hey Clint my beardie stopped eating insects basically and just eats greens but he is healthy and happy and will be with me for awhile and I love him so much

[@matthew10421]

Idk why but I love how you're always in a nice shirt and tie

[@mikesreptilesandfrogs9220]

My beardy was watching this with. Like full on watching. 😂

[@maxhersman9098]

8:35 so u don’t bake them.....😂😂😂

[@maxhersman9098]

R they 🍪

[@joshuahawkins2743]

Ive owned a bearded dragon and a mali uramastyx both are equally awesome both tame down very well

[@inmydarkesthour2278]

The dragon is so cute chilling on his shoulder lol 😍

[@ruhalajn]

Great videos. It'd be cool to see some more common, but maybe less than ideal lizards like jeweled lacerta, tokay, red eyed croc, etc. Regardless, I love these.

[@ruhalajn]

Mountain horned lizard

[@cameronpearson2160]

Some main points in the uromastyx's favour are also poop (way less smelly and not wet, much dryer as they mainly eat plant matter) and also looks in my opinion

[@DaniPooo]

I used to have a bearded dragon before I moved abroad. He had a hide on the cool end of the enclosure which he only used as his bedroom. As soon as the lights came on in the morning he would leave the hide, often hanging out on a piece of wood in his basking spot. Sometimes he would go and rest on top of the hide during the day to cool down, but he only went inside during night. You say that you never see them inside their hide, maybe mine just had a special personality or my setup was the cause. His final terrarium was quite large (170x60x70 cm) so maybe he didn't feel secure hanging out in the open during night. Never thought about it much as he generally seemed quite happy and healthy in general.

[@mydivadoggirl]

I have both! Love them both, but I have a Sudanese uromastyx (he is quiet a bit smaller than your guy)

[@myles7837]

When i saw the title i assumed you where making them fight. I was so upset! But then i realized you where just compering them.

[@isaiah_mdl]

Crested gecko vs gargoyle gecko

[@Aus777Aus13]

This video quite literally made my debate settled, beardie it is!!! Clint is the reptile mayne