Recent content by Chameleonsinc

Onfg! Freakin awesome!

Just a couple quick thoughts, went through 6 months of loosing crickets till we found a combination of things that worked for us. Airflow - keeping so many crickets together they generate heat, this in turn can foul your cricket box (not to mention the smell it makes) we're currently using...

Would need to see a picture to be certain, but baby veilds do have horizontal markings on their sides that turn brown to white, they'll keep these markings throughout their lives.

Veilds are known to be "feisty" they are very territorial over their cages. But this in no means represents his attitude twords you! I've had both male and female veilds that hissed, gaped and tried to strike at my hands whenever i got near them when inside their cage. A quick scoop up from...

Basic biology, scars can not be passed through genetics. Not attacking, but I would re-evaluate my husbandry and setups. When you notice a pattern, there's usually a cause.

Make sure to read your labels carefully! Many so called "organic" potting soils still have added fertilizers, etc. My local hydroponics shop carries many organic compost/potting soil mixes that clearly state their contents on the label.

Adding my 2 cents with everyone else... No substrate! Too easily injested. Remove the bowls. Schefelarra ( umbrella plants ) are great plants for little chams, my home depot sells em for less than $6. Buy a cheap plant mister, and wash it thoroughly. Use bottled water and mist 3 times daily...

Mike has a great list over at FLChams http://www.flchams.com/safe_plant_list.asp

Be careful, a lot of chams will over eat. How old is your Cham? They eat like little piggies when their growing, check some of the care sheets on this sight for what should be average. But with each individual it's a ymmv situation. Easy way to tell your over feeding is to check the stool. Lots...

Yep, def a boy. Veilds are awesome ! He's gonna be gorgeous!