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...
Introduction to Bio-Activity:
As of recent times, a lot of folks have been asking questions, and for guides on Bio-active Enclosures. How to set them up, how to drain them, how they work, why they work. I figured it was good and Time, that someone sat down and made a Guide! I have been meaning...
There are a number of ways to transport your chameleon to reduce stress. Whenever your chameleon needs to go in the car to the vet, or when you're moving, it can be nerve-wracking to make sure they are going to be okay during the stressful journey. Though chameleons have specific long term needs...
Intestinal Parasites are common in chameleons and other reptiles. Wild caught chameleons have a reputation of having intestinal parasites..although this is true , parasites can effect Captive bred as well as Wild caught Chameleon.
A chameleon may have parasites but not show any symptoms...
Of course, all animals require water to survive, and it isn't as simple as placing a bowl in the bottom and calling it a day. In fact, with most chameleons this will have little, if any benefit. Most chain pet stores display their chameleons with a water bowl, and this can be misleading to the...
Ok. This is for new users to get information quickly. excuess my spelling erros please.
Feeding- Dubia roaches, crikets, and reptiworms can all be primary feeders. mealworms, superworms, waxowrms, silkworms, hornworms, ect are treat feeders. worms can be addicting. feeders need to be gutloaded...
To start off, ill start with the size of a small silkworm. youll need lots and lots of food. either a mulberry tree of commercial brand silkworm chow that can be bought at our sponsor mulberryfarms.com. you should have them in a container with some what ventalation and clean. i personally clean...
pretty eventless few weeks
pascal shed today, this is the second time he has shed with my. i panicked at first because he started on the eye that was previously infected, i noticed the night before that it was half open and looked irritated, so i caught him to have a closer look, but being his...
Allan very generously has given me some bug burger, water crystal stuff, and the all in one repashy supplement to try. This fits very nicely as I was already starting a little experiment due to my queer success without using preformed vitamin A.
I am going to keep my original dubia colony and...
I keep my pygs (bearded) in a terrarium. I have 2 aquariums with adults, 1 male and 2 females, and 3 regular nano terrariums where I keep hatchlings. At 2 months they are still pretty small and should definately NOT be handled. In fact, pygs shouldn't be handled at all unless absolutely...
:D CHAMELEON SAFE PLANTS :)
ABELIA (Abelia grandiflora)
AFRICAN DAISY (Arctotis)
ALYSSUM, SWEET (Lobularia maritima or Alyssum maritimum)
AMERICAN ELM also ELM (Ulmus americana)
ANTHEMIS also known as CHAMOMILE (Anthemis)
ARBUTUS (Epigaea repens)
ASPARAGUS FERN (Asparagus plumosus...
AVERAGE COST OF OWNING A CHAMELEON
Most these figures are based on online prices for these items. In nearly every instance buying from an online source will be cheaper than buying from a pet store chain, sometimes even after shipping. I recommend buying everything you need reptile-related...
Eye closing issues: Possible Vitamin A difficiency
Vitamin A deficiency is a common malady in LTC Panther chameleons, either with WC or CB origins. This stems from the chameleon's inability to synthesize real Vitamin A from common precursors, such as beta-carotene. This can be confusing when...
pascal has been in and out of the vets a lot lately
i noticed one of his eyes was shut, it was nearing his bed time, so rather than worry about it, i decided to go with what my mom (not a chameleon owner, just, mom) said, that he had gone to sleep with just the one eye. although obviously this...
A log of what the Male and Female Panthers ate during the month*
MALES
Sept 1 - 1 Superworm, 1 Mealworm [C]
Sept 2 - 3 Dubia nymphs
Sept 3 - 1 very large black (Gryllus bimaculatus) Cricket, 1 large brown (Acheta domesticus)Cricket, 3 Butterworms
Sept 4 - 1 very large black Cricket[CD3], 1...
Approximate Calories per Day Required to Maintain Chameleon Body Weight (grams)
.19 Calories to maintain at 1g
.32 Calories to maintain at 2g
.55 Calories to maintain at 4g
.65 Calories to maintain at 5g
1.1 Calories to maintain at 10g
1.5 Calories to maintain at 15g
2.5 Calories to maintain at...
Basil contains Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Riboflavin and Niacin, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Folate, Beta Carotene, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Copper and Manganese. It has only a moderate amount of oxalic acid. In short, a very nice addition to your gutload...
hi,
this is my blog for Pascal, and probably some stuff about my other reptiles, but mostly pascal since the other reptiles are technically family pets whereas pascal is 100% mine.
it isnt going to be the most dedicated blog, as i already have a diary that i write in every day which records...
Now I just add sticks and plants by inserting their ends through the mesh. You can secure the more with twist ties. It is best to pack plenty of plants in there. This way the feeder insects will disperse and all the animals can get a meal rather than the biggest one rampaging and eating...
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The hinged top layer allows for easy access to the interior for cleaning and decorating. A special bottom layer keeps chameleons off the bottom. With the framework complete I can fill the cage with vegetation.
(If you use this guide please credit me by providing a link...
In this part I add vinyl coated hardware cloth to increase climbable surface area. This is important so that the chameleon does not spend all day pawing at the sides. The mesh also provides excellent attachment points for branches. If you copy my construction exactly you will really minimize...
Hi I make these cages from Rubbermaid containers. The main ideas are drainage, moisture retention and maximum climbing and basking surface area. There are important features to keeps your chameleons clean, prevent babies from climbing on their siblings' faces, reduce competition for heat, light...
At some point most keepers graduate from frequent runs to the pet store for their weekly allotment of crickets and consider ordering in bulk. It's more convenient and prices are better but if you can't keep them alive it can be very frustrating! Keeping small batches is more forgiving so when...
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Nutrients in 10 tablespoons (about 100grams) unground/whole flax, and in 10 tablespoons ground (70grams):
Water 7.17 g / 4.87 g
Energy 550 kcal / 374 kcal
Energy 2301 kJ / 1564 kJ
Protein 18.84 g / 12.80 g
Total lipid (fat) 43.42 g / 29.51 g
Ash 3.83 g / 2.60 g
Carbohydrate...