MissMaisie
Member
Love your cage it looks awesome!
In Progress Build: Dragonstrand Clear Cage with Custom Photo Background
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ricksli
Member
Thanks! Here's the latest:
More "levels" were added throughout the uvb and basking areas. And an additional branch below it all that leads up into everything was added for it to climb off the floor if necessary.
Also got rid of the fantasy ferns and added more birds nest ferns. Got a nice large one for the top. Looks like it's coming right out of the background.
More "levels" were added throughout the uvb and basking areas. And an additional branch below it all that leads up into everything was added for it to climb off the floor if necessary.
Also got rid of the fantasy ferns and added more birds nest ferns. Got a nice large one for the top. Looks like it's coming right out of the background.
Wowbango
Established Member
This has to be one of the most beautiful enclosures I've seen on here. Amazing job my friend. I'm going to try and find these vines you used. Makes the whole cage look extremely authentic, like I'm sitting looking out a window into the Madagascar Jungle Excellent Job!
Excellent Job!
Wow.
Folks, when I started Dragon Strand my mission was to give us the tools necessary to better create naturalistic enclosures for our chameleons. I just love it when a customer goes beyond what I have imagined and creates something so beautiful it makes my jaw drop. This is the kind of enclosure that is the rightful centerpiece of the home! Exceptional job!!
Bill
Folks, when I started Dragon Strand my mission was to give us the tools necessary to better create naturalistic enclosures for our chameleons. I just love it when a customer goes beyond what I have imagined and creates something so beautiful it makes my jaw drop. This is the kind of enclosure that is the rightful centerpiece of the home! Exceptional job!!
Bill
ricksli
Member
Thanks for the kind words.
Bill, much of the inspiration was from your site...and of course all the great info on this forum. Except for the little pots (for now) I used your double pot technique too from your advanced cage setup. That was all very helpful info.
I should have my Chameleon by the end of next week.
Bill, much of the inspiration was from your site...and of course all the great info on this forum. Except for the little pots (for now) I used your double pot technique too from your advanced cage setup. That was all very helpful info.
I should have my Chameleon by the end of next week.
Wowbango
Established Member
The final accessory has been added:
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He's 4 months old and from Chameleon Paradise. Cage is a little big for him, but I spoke with Bruce and I have been "trained".
Sire: "Sourpatch"
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This little guy is so lucky. He's going into an authentic Madagascar Jungle. Looks unbelievable!
OldChamKeeper
Chameleon Enthusiast
I've seen a lot of cages over the decades. Also with working inside the pet industry I've seen a lot of "new" things pop over those years.
I can remember back to when a bird cage was the preferred option for a chameleon.
I've built some damn nice cages in my time. However I think I can say we as a community are seeing the final evolution of our designs... follow me.
To start with lighting has simply progressed in leaps an bounds. The system the poster purchased from Lightyoureptiles is that example.
Combine that with the cage. This new clear PVC cage from Dragonstrand addresses issues like cleanliness, humidity, ventilation, wall mounts, and access.
Short of us more experienced keepers doing a custom build in an outdoor setting I would have to say that this habitat could be the pinnacle of indoor housing these demanding animals.
Combine all that with having access to this forum and those that make it a solid place for experienced information, maybe we've got a fair chance now at keeping these animals long term (or at least as long as their life spans allow).
I would have to stay if anything our weak point now is foods (Availability) and nutrition (Which supplements and how often and which species needs what). It is a subject many of us are all over the spectrum over. Despite that, we are much farther along in that category than we were just 10 yrs ago.
Very Lucky Panther that one. Where did you get those branches and do they have a name or a company?
I can remember back to when a bird cage was the preferred option for a chameleon.
I've built some damn nice cages in my time. However I think I can say we as a community are seeing the final evolution of our designs... follow me.
To start with lighting has simply progressed in leaps an bounds. The system the poster purchased from Lightyoureptiles is that example.
Combine that with the cage. This new clear PVC cage from Dragonstrand addresses issues like cleanliness, humidity, ventilation, wall mounts, and access.
Short of us more experienced keepers doing a custom build in an outdoor setting I would have to say that this habitat could be the pinnacle of indoor housing these demanding animals.
Combine all that with having access to this forum and those that make it a solid place for experienced information, maybe we've got a fair chance now at keeping these animals long term (or at least as long as their life spans allow).
I would have to stay if anything our weak point now is foods (Availability) and nutrition (Which supplements and how often and which species needs what). It is a subject many of us are all over the spectrum over. Despite that, we are much farther along in that category than we were just 10 yrs ago.
Very Lucky Panther that one. Where did you get those branches and do they have a name or a company?
ChamieNewbie
New Member
Bill I have ordered 2 sets of dragon ledges from you because they are awesome and today I was able to share your site on a Facebook group that haven't heard of your amazing products.
Your set up is really amazing Rick I love the "branches" you have used, what are they? It looks amazing and looks like a very happy home.
Your set up is really amazing Rick I love the "branches" you have used, what are they? It looks amazing and looks like a very happy home.
ChamieNewbie
New Member
Sorry you just answered what it is.
Chameleon people that have never heard of Dragon Ledges? What?!?! I shall flog my marketing manager!
Thank you for sharing
Bill
Wowbango
Established Member
YES! I want those vines badly! I've tried searching all over the interwebs and nothing!
OldChamKeeper
Chameleon Enthusiast
Same. My Parson would love those
Looks very nice, I would add http://dragonstrand.com/principles-chameleon-cage-setup/ - black foam to cover the pots of plants and that would be perfect!
Btw. for the vines... try to search for
"curved lianas" - they come from southeast Asia and tbh its common stuff to see in pet shops.
on ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odk...R0.TRC0.H0.Xliana.TRS0&_nkw=liana&_sacat=1281
"curved lianas" - they come from southeast Asia and tbh its common stuff to see in pet shops.
on ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odk...R0.TRC0.H0.Xliana.TRS0&_nkw=liana&_sacat=1281
