Picture by André Karwath Like all reptiles that eat insects and plants, bearded dragons are vulnerable to Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD). Caused by low levels of Calcium and Vitamin D3, it’s by ...

According to the foundation's statement, Riley developed complications from metabolic bone disease that left the young bird's skeleton unusually fragile. Riley's death "prompted the Foundation to ...

“A necropsy supported the findings of metabolic bone disease and a possible infection, indicating a compromised immune system,” PEF noted. The PEF said that Riley’s passing led the ...