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Mistakes: The Best TeachersJust came across this, good on you for taking on the duty of learning everything to help Rango live a good life. When I came home from work one...- Lucas00-
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Dubia Roach Ranch Setup 101Looking at starting my own Roach Ranch. Awesome write up, thank you!!
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A Tribute to Life: The Chameleon Who Never Gave UpI am brand new to the group and I love this tribute. I lost my mom on February 6 and I think us getting a chameleon is a sign. Hugs!
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Mistakes: The Best TeachersWe’re all a little weird in our own beautiful way. I’m so glad that you kept Rango and have been making the needed changes for him, rather than...- MissSkittles
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Free-range inspirationI had the setup for my Jackson’s, in the beginning they will escape, but that stops over time once they feel that tree is there best place in the...- Sonny13
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Free-range inspiration
Some inspirational thoughts for free ranging First, our living room is a large, bright (views on both sides) and pet free living room without small children walking around. Second, the free-range area is at exact the same spot as where a Reptibreeze XL (24´x24´x48´) stood. Many assume...- Sonny13
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Veiled Chameleon Laying 101
Hi and congratulations on having a beautiful girl veiled chameleon. These little sweeties are near and dear to my heart, and I’ve learned from some of the very best keepers on the forum how to care for them and effectively manage their reproductive health. Now I’m passing that knowledge on to...- MissSkittles
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Where do I Start? Guide to the forums...
So here are some links and things to know about the Chameleon Forums. For newcomers as well as some seasoned members there could be some features that you don't know exist, or just cant seem to find them when you need them. First off the resources page...- Decadancin
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Egg Laying and the Laying Bin
I free range my chameleons so I really have to pay close attention to when it’s time to lay eggs. I think one of the most important things is to have a gram scale and weigh her once a week. If she's gaining and you are still feeding the same amount of food then I figure she must have eggs. You...- jannb
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Individual Baby Cages or Caging during the time of Covid
My first prototype I was planning on using Exo-terra Nano glass cages for my baby cages but the supply chain issues we are all too familiar with made me get creative. Forum member, MeruJack, who I all but stalked on here when I was getting started used Nanos for her baby jacks and she had a...- JacksJill
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Once the silk worms are full grown it is time to think about allowing them to cocoon. At this point I usually separate the ones I plan to keep for breeding and put them in a larger container that is set up for breeding.
For this stage I use a sterilite 56Qt (53L) plastic tub. I have cut holes...
I begin with the silk worm, as most of you will start with worms ordered from various suppliers.
When you receive the silk worms they are typically housed in a deli cup or “pod”. As silkworms have a low immune system you must be very careful with cleanliness and moisture. The pods are not ideal...
I am truly priviledged to have connected wirh a little Nosey be Chameleon at San Diego's Reptile show last July/2012. From the first day I brought him home I became connected to him.He was 3 months. I have never been so fullfilled. I HAVE 7 dogs love them so so much and having Rango Jr makes...
It seems that humans generally come together in difficult times, but when those people are already together for a good purpose there is a special kind of bond that occurs. This forum has become an extended part of so many lives all for the benefit of some small, amazing little creatures. It...
I feel like not alot of people own flapnecks, their super low maintenance for a cham i really recommend them. Their not a large breed so they dont eat as much as other chams. People tried to tell me to feed it 18 or 15 crickets a day (absolutely not) dont listen to people tryin to tell you that...
It was only a "standoff" but even that much is great progress as far as this guy is concerned.
This is the most untrusting, anti-social, and just downright mean chameleon that I have ever heard about. I have given up on socializing this little guy. I would someday, however, like to be able...
Peeled raw mango is okay to include in your gutload on occassion. provides vitamin C, beta carotene, some B6 and vitamin K. However also high in sugars and higher in phosphorous than calicum and the peel is high in oxalic acid.
1 average fruit (about 336g), with skin and seeds removed...
Well sneaky Zeke did a late night shed several days ago. There are still to small spots of old retained shed. Will really have to watch my humidity. Has been dropping at night now that the heat is running. He has been teasing with some color. Doesn't show it much. Did catch some in some pics. He...
Below I am posting the information for the Major US pet supply chains in my area so we can send some letters of concern to those in charge. I don't know what will happen, but its worth a try. I am going to post my letter so you can see what I've written. I will be polite and professional and...
After seeing many questions about lighting requirements and schedules, I decided to show how Zaphod's lighting has been modified for the winter months. First, let me explain the basic set up. I have tried to make a more realistic heating and brightness through the use of timers and multiple...
Just a thought worth sharing:
I always recommend that a female be at least a year old before trying to breed. This is so her body is done growing before putting the burden of laying fertile eggs on her body. She may make eggs earlier but that does it automatically mean she is ready to breed...
Zeke is finally shedding again. Had a very noticeable growth spurt this week. Has been looking grey last day or two then here he is this morning.
I will begin this blog as a dictation of how I am raising my baby veiled chameleon, Marvin. This blog entry will be on the basics.
General Information
Chameleon: Veiled chameleon, Chamaeleo calyptratus
Name: Marvin
Sex: Male
Birth date: 9/11/12 (age ~3 Months)
Purchased at: Ontario...
The following are instructions on how to candle your chameleon eggs, to check for signs of development, and what to expect closer to hatch date.
"Candling" is the technique of shining a light in the egg and looking for shadows or veins. It is often done with fertile chicken eggs as well for...
How do you know if you have a bad egg?
If you candle a freshly laid egg, you will not be able to see anything. The light will be yellowish, but there will be no shadows or veins yet.
Typically non-fertile or "bad eggs", will mold over and shrivel within the first week or two of being laid...
As this is my first Blog entry I will give some relevant background about who I am and the kind of chameleons I live with.
Personal Background:
Currently, I am a first year masters biology-student focusing on virology and infectious diseases (unfortunately, I am not studying ecology or...
“Come and play with me,” he says to the fox.
“I cannot play with you,” the fox replies. “I am not tamed.”
“What does that mean – to tame?”
“It means to establish ties. To me, you are still nothing more than a little boy who is just like a hundred thousand other little boys. And I have no need of...
Abelmoschus esculentus (aka Okra, Gumbo, Ladyfingers) is a good source of Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Beta Carotene, Thiamin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Manganese, Protein, Riboflavin, Niacin, Iron, Zinc and Copper. Oxalic Acid content suggests should not be used...
After a few days of trying Zeke finally ate his first silk worm today. Only gave him one. Will continue to give him 1 or 2 a day until they out grow him. Now if I can just get him eating these phenix worms.
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Poor baby Zeke is shedding for the first time since, we have had him, today. I can't believe I don't have my camera. I can't figure out how to add my phone pics. I do have one on my phone that sucks.:( I have put the fogger on for the day to help keep it humid and giving him warm mistings.