Description
Purple Tiger Citrus Leatherback Bearded Dragon for Sale – A Rare Morph That Looks Painted By Hand
When it comes to next-level exotic morphs, few can hold a candle to the Purple Tiger Citrus Leatherback Bearded Dragon. It’s not just rare — it’s almost surreal. With a bright citrus yellow body, deep purple tiger-like bars, and a leatherback scale structure that enhances every tone, this dragon looks like a high-end designer hybrid, but it’s all natural genetics — carefully selected and line-bred by pros.
At Kingsman Exotic Reptiles, our Purple Tiger Citrus Leatherbacks are hatched and raised under high-output UVB, strong nutritional programs, and daily handling to ensure they’re not just beautiful — they’re bold, healthy, and easy to bond with.
🎨 Color Explosion – Morph Highlights
Let’s break down what makes this triple-stack combo absolutely top tier:
🍋 Citrus Morph:
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Bright lemon-to-golden base color
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Gives the dragon that sun-kissed vibe even indoors
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Muted black pigment (enhanced by hypo lineage in some variants)
🐯 Purple Tiger Barring:
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Distinct purple/blue bars resembling tiger stripes
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Bars stretch across the back and down the flanks
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Color deepens with age and proper lighting
🖐️ Leatherback Trait:
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Smaller, smoother scales = ultra-vibrant colors
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Texture feels almost silky
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Great for showcasing pattern clarity and vivid contrast
This morph isn’t just eye-catching — it’s photogenic, dynamic, and looks different in every kind of light, from basking spots to bioactive LEDs.
📏 Age & Size Options
Our Purple Tiger Citrus Leatherbacks are carefully raised from elite bloodlines, monitored for bar definition, scale health, and temperament.
We offer:
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Hatchlings (6–8 weeks):
4–6″, bars beginning to emerge, citrus color brightening -
Juveniles (10–12 weeks):
7–9″, purple striping starting to define, smooth skin forming -
Sub-Adults (4–6 months):
12–15″, vibrant and fully expressing color and pattern -
Adults (8+ months):
16–20″, full color, ideal for breeders or display centerpiece
Each dragon is photographed individually, so you’ll always know exactly which dragon you’re getting — no guesswork here.
🥗 Feeding Program for Peak Color & Health
To get these bold citrus and purple tones to truly shine, we run a premium diet program that enhances both growth and pigmentation.
Daily Feeding Routine:
🦗 AM (Protein – 5x/week):
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Calcium-dusted dubia roaches
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Gut-loaded crickets
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BSFL (black soldier fly larvae)
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Hornworms 2–3x/week for hydration
🌿 PM (Veggies & Color Boosters):
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Dandelion, collard, mustard greens
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Yellow squash, carrots, bell peppers
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Papaya, mango, blueberries (anti-oxidant & pigment support)
💊 Supplements:
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Calcium + D3: 4–5x/week
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Multivitamins (Herptivite or Repashy): 2x/week
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Bee pollen and spirulina powder for immune and color enhancement
Proper diet = proper color. We raise our dragons under Arcadia 12% UVB and use top-tier nutrition to make sure they hit their visual peak by the time they reach your hands.
🏡 Enclosure Setup Recommendations
This isn’t your average morph. A dragon this beautiful needs a proper display and environment to bring out the best in color and energy.
Recommended Tank Size:
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Hatchling/Juvenile: 40 gal
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Sub-Adult/Adult: 4x2x2 ft enclosure (minimum)
Lighting & Heating:
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Basking spot: 108–112°F
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Cool side: 75–85°F
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Nighttime: 68–74°F
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UVB: Arcadia T5 12% or ZooMed ReptiSun 10.0 HO
Substrate Choices:
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Hatchlings: paper towel, reptile carpet
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Adults: tile, sand-clay mix, or bioactive (optional)
Décor for Active Exploration:
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Driftwood branches and cork rounds
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Slate rock basking platforms
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Faux plants or real succulents
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Elevated hides to support climbing behavior
A properly set up habitat brings out the dragon’s colors dramatically. They’ll glow like they’re photoshopped — but it’s 100% natural.
🦎 Temperament – Bold Yet Easygoing
Our Purple Tiger Citrus Leatherbacks are handled from day one, so they come to you confident and calm:
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Not skittish, great with daily interaction
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Curious, loves to explore
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Suitable for kids and beginner adults
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Responds well to voice and handling over time
They’re like little dragons with big personalities, wrapped in vivid colors.
