Quick Answers Size and ventilation are the key factors when deciding what cage is best, as well as visibility of your chameleon for display. Choosing A Chameleon Cage The first thing to realize when choosing a chameleon cage is that the selection available is pretty limited. Sure, there are plenty of reptile cages available, but…
There are lots of really cute baby things in the world, but for me, few things are cuter than a baby chameleon. Baby chameleons are very fragile and require extra care and vigilance to help raise them into adulthood. Don’t worry, this guide has you covered for what you need to have in place before…
Jackson’s chameleon (Chamaeleo jacksonii) is a strikingly beautiful reptile with gorgeous colors and horns. Named after 19th century ornithologist, Frederick John Jackson, the Jackson’s chameleon lives in higher altitude mountains and rainforests in Kenya and Tanzania, they have become the most popular chameleon pet species behind veiled and panther chameleons. While still requiring specialized care,…
Panther chameleons (Furcifer pardalis) are absolutely captivating reptiles native to the tropical forests of Madagascar. With incredible color changing abilities and striking patterns, they have become highly desirable exotic pets. However, their specialized care requirements also make them quite challenging to keep healthy and happy in captivity. This care guide covers everything needed to successfully…
Of all the chameleon species kept as pets, the veiled chameleon (Chamaeleo calyptratus) is the most popular. Native to Yemen and Saudi Arabia, these lizards are hardy, long-lived captives when properly cared for. With impressive casques on their heads, prehensile tails, independently rotating eyes and color changing abilities, veiled chameleons are fascinating reptiles. Their hardiness…
Chameleons are one of the most uniquely captivating exotic pets you can own. With their color changing abilities, independently rotating eyes, projectile tongues and prehensile tails, they are fascinating creatures to have as a pet. However, their specialized needs also make them challenging pets requiring a dedicated owner willing to provide proper care. This care…
The popularity of keeping chameleons as pets has increased in recent years. Gone are the days when it was once a niche hobby. Equipment for keeping chameleons and the chameleons themselves are available from major pet retailers, both online and in physical stores. It’s not difficult to see why. Chameleons are just fascinating creatures. They…
When setting up for a pet chameleon the cage aspect is among the most important parts to get right. As chameleons are more exotic pets it’s difficult for a first time chameleon owner to know what to house them in. I was just as confused as you when I got my first chameleon but I…
When owning a pet chameleon you don’t just need to know what to feed it you also need to know what supplements they need. Supplements are critically important for maintaining good health in captive chameleons. What three supplements do pet chameleons need? Chameleons need a calcium supplement that contains no vitamin D3, a calcium supplement…
Apart from food and water, light is the most important thing to get right when setting up a pet chameleon’s habitat. Get the wrong lights and a chameleon’s health will go downhill extremely quickly. If any mistakes in lighting aren’t fixed quickly then it’s likely that damage to a chameleon’s health caused by these mistakes…
