Scar
New Member
What's up everyone, I've recently become very interested in chameleons and have been doing a lot of research the past few days on everything that's needed to keep them healthy and happy. I'm going to take it slow, build a terrarium, and set everything up over the next couple of months. I'm on a limited budget atm. I want to go over some of my ideas/plans and lay down a few questions before I get started so that maybe some of you experienced owners can help me out.
I've decided to build my terrarium using wooden 2x2's and metal screen based on a compilation of videos I've been watching on youtube. I'm doing this because all of the cages I've found online are in the $100 area. I understand that the wood needs to be treated to prevent rot, mold, etc. It will be 24x24X48" tall.
I see some people use automatic misters such as mistking. They're obviously the most convenient method but I'd really prefer not to spend $100+ on it.
Q: Would I need a dripper in addition to an automatic mister? Are there any cons to auto misters?
Lots of owners use a combo of drippers and pressurized spray bottles to mist the plants and chameleons, what are the pros and cons of this? And would you spray the chamelon/plants from the top or sides of the cage?
I still need to look into drainage a bit more as I've noticed a lot of controversy on that subject but I do have a basic question. Some terrariums have solid floors that don't allow drainage. Does the ideal floor have holes or slits to allow drainage? I also need to look into cleaning of the cage. Some terrariums have gravel or reptile carpet at the bottom so I'm curious as to how owners clean that kind of stuff and how often the cage would need to be cleaned.
An explanation on panther prices would be great too. I've seen babies from $150-$500 adults. What's the average price of a panther baby? Any places with good deals I should know about?
I've read the care sheet here along with all the other categories of the chameleon care section. I'd appreciate any info and ideas you can give me and I look forward to posting on the forum.
I've decided to build my terrarium using wooden 2x2's and metal screen based on a compilation of videos I've been watching on youtube. I'm doing this because all of the cages I've found online are in the $100 area. I understand that the wood needs to be treated to prevent rot, mold, etc. It will be 24x24X48" tall.
I see some people use automatic misters such as mistking. They're obviously the most convenient method but I'd really prefer not to spend $100+ on it.
Q: Would I need a dripper in addition to an automatic mister? Are there any cons to auto misters?
Lots of owners use a combo of drippers and pressurized spray bottles to mist the plants and chameleons, what are the pros and cons of this? And would you spray the chamelon/plants from the top or sides of the cage?
I still need to look into drainage a bit more as I've noticed a lot of controversy on that subject but I do have a basic question. Some terrariums have solid floors that don't allow drainage. Does the ideal floor have holes or slits to allow drainage? I also need to look into cleaning of the cage. Some terrariums have gravel or reptile carpet at the bottom so I'm curious as to how owners clean that kind of stuff and how often the cage would need to be cleaned.
An explanation on panther prices would be great too. I've seen babies from $150-$500 adults. What's the average price of a panther baby? Any places with good deals I should know about?
I've read the care sheet here along with all the other categories of the chameleon care section. I'd appreciate any info and ideas you can give me and I look forward to posting on the forum.