Frail bearded dragon found in Lanark in 'poor condition' after being left in woodlands

Fahad Tariq

15 May 2024 at 4:40 am·1-min read

The reptile was "very skinny" when found in Lanark on Sunday. -Credit:Scottish SPCA.

A bearded dragon was found in a "poor condition" after being left out in South Lanarkshire woodlands.

The reptile was found by a group of walkers who were trail walking through the woods at Carnwarth, Lanark, on Sunday (May 12). The Scottish SPCA's animal helpline was contacted shortly after.

It was said to be frail when animal rescue officer Heather Shaw arrived at the woods to take it to safety. The dragon is now under the care of a animal rehoming centre.

Appealing for information, Heather said: "On Sunday afternoon we received a call from a group who were out walking and found the bearded dragon loose in the woodland. They contained the dragon until I arrived.

"The reptile was very skinny and in poor body condition. They are now receiving the care and attention from our staff at one of our animal rescue and rehoming centres.

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"The dragon was lucky to be found when they did and we would urge anyone unable to care for their pets to contact our confidential animal helpline for support and advice.

"If anyone recognises this bearded dragon or has any information surrounding their circumstances, they should call our confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999."

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