Thank you for not breeding silkback/scaleless. They not only are missing the scales, but also the protective layer that is between the scales and soft skin. Without that layer, they have a lot of issues. Video is great to help with my new baby that shipped in as a leatherback, but is really starting to look like a normal
@@CookiesCrittersI know you posted this years ago but I was curious as I love the red monster morph and when I have adequate room for another bearded dragon I might get one but the only ones in my price range are leather backs so I was wondering any extra health issues compared to a normal
I have a normal scale who is extra spikey..have you seen variations in the normal scale dragons,?his are also very long and sharp even in his back legs.
hey brother, I was looking for that video of the silk back care and didn't find it. I just rescued one and any info would be awesome! Is that still a possibility?
Silk backs are a product of poor planning with breeding. A leather mated to a normal scale won’t produce silkies. Only 2 leathers mated will produce about 25% of the clutch as silkies.
@@CookiesCritters I am aware of the genetic aspect, I meant the supply and demand aspect from people wanting silkbacks... I really appreciate the response with explanation though!
@@lifewithabiologist5471 fortunately here in Australia the demand for silk backs is very low. I know some people intentionally breed them but there is still the general consensus that it it morally wrong.
Thank you for not breeding silkback/scaleless. They not only are missing the scales, but also the protective layer that is between the scales and soft skin. Without that layer, they have a lot of issues. Video is great to help with my new baby that shipped in as a leatherback, but is really starting to look like a normal
I’m glad you agree about the silky issue. I think normal scales are beautiful as well. There are variations to what constitutes as a leatherback.
@@CookiesCrittersI know you posted this years ago but I was curious as I love the red monster morph and when I have adequate room for another bearded dragon I might get one but the only ones in my price range are leather backs so I was wondering any extra health issues compared to a normal
Awesome, thanks for the video, very informative in an easy to follow way and great examples. P.S your beard is also a fine example sir!
Thanks for the feedback mate. Hope you enjoy the rest of the content.
Very helpful, thank you!
Happy to help. If you have any questions please feel free to ask.
Your thumbnails are great!!
Thanks Maddy 👍
I have a 9 weeks old leatherback male bearded dragon thanks for describing what it feels like. 😊
Very helpful thank you!
thumbnails are looking good
Thanks for the feedback 👍
I have a normal scale who is extra spikey..have you seen variations in the normal scale dragons,?his are also very long and sharp even in his back legs.
Are the patterns linear or blotchy. He may be a dunner. Dunners scales feel more spiky
hey brother, I was looking for that video of the silk back care and didn't find it. I just rescued one and any info would be awesome! Is that still a possibility?
Thankyou for not breeding scaleless 💙💙🦎 reptiles don't have scales for looks, they serve a purpose and breeding them out is insanity!
We agree. Not only have they lost a functional part of their body but they don’t even look nice either.
@@CookiesCritters I'm happy to hear a breeder say that out loud. You earned a subsrciber 🙏🦎🐍
@@CookiesCritters and I also think they don't even look good, one of the most beautiful and unique part of beardies is their absolutely lovely spikes.
@@jasminahaverinen5759 thank you for your support. Most of the breeders I associate with share my view on silkbacks.
Fab video. When it comes to shedding, are leatherbacks less likely to be susceptible to stuck shed?
Happy Jess I have one and mostly he will only get it in his nose and deep in his neck
I came for the information, stayed for the aussie beard 😩🥵
Leatherbacks are fine in my book, but unfortunately their existence prompts the creation of silkbacks which is a shame...
Silk backs are a product of poor planning with breeding. A leather mated to a normal scale won’t produce silkies.
Only 2 leathers mated will produce about 25% of the clutch as silkies.
@@CookiesCritters I am aware of the genetic aspect, I meant the supply and demand aspect from people wanting silkbacks... I really appreciate the response with explanation though!
@@lifewithabiologist5471 fortunately here in Australia the demand for silk backs is very low. I know some people intentionally breed them but there is still the general consensus that it it morally wrong.