Can Bearded Dragons Eat Cucumbers

Below is the reptile nutrition label for cucumbers. We created this label using information found on the USDA and other reputable sources.

Cucumber Health Concerns

Overall cucumbers are not health nor unhealthy. They provide some nutrients, but not as much as other vegetables that can be fed in place of cucumbers. There are a few minor health concerns when serving cucumbers to bearded dragons.

Cucumbers contain more phosphorus than calcium, which is not ideal as phosphorus blocks calcium from being absorbed. This means your bearded dragon will need to be served additional foods rich in calcium to keep the minerals in balance.

Cucumbers are easy to eat and contain a lot of water. You should limit the amount of cucumbers fed to bearded dragons as they can become overhydrated which can lead to diarrhea.

Cucumbers can be fed to bearded dragons, but it should be done in moderation. When prepared correctly, you can feed cucumbers to your bearded dragon once or twice per week without any major health concerns. As previously discussed, cucumbers contain too much phosphorus so they will need to be served with foods that are high in calcium to keep the meal's minerals balanced.

Cucumber Preparation

Thoroughly wash cucumbers to remove any chemicals and loose debris from the skin. This may seem unnecessary since you will peel the cucumber, but washing prevents anything from accidentally coming in contact with the flesh of the cucumber.

The cucumber's skin is too difficult for bearded dragons to eat, so you will need to peel the cucumber before serving. Cut the cumber in half (longways) and remove the seeds. Cut the cucumber into smaller pieces (no larger than the distance between your beardies eyes) and serve mixed with other vegetables or insects.

Below are questions commonly asked when feeding cucumbers to bearded dragons.