Found bearded dragon near Idaho Falls Walmart
Description
I found a bearded dragon this afternoon around 3pm behind the Walmart on 17th Street in Idaho Falls. It's about 7 inches long from head to tail, with bright orange-yellow scales and darker brown bands along the back. There's a small white scar on the left cheek and a microchip visible near the neck with ID 98123 that could help reunite it with its owner. The little guy seemed thirsty and a bit stressed, but he's otherwise healthy and responsive to gentle handling. I set him up in a temporary clear terrarium with a shallow water dish and a couple of crickets, and I'm hoping to get him back to his family soon.
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