Recent content by gavriel

Is the red bump at the bottom base of the tail? It probably is his penis. The bump at the base of the tails is normal and will continue to grow as he gets older. Post pictures though so we can get a look rather than relying on discription alone. If he is gaping under his basking spot...

That's the plan for now. Stick with something small until he gains strength and the vet believes his bones are strong again. I'm just planning months in advance however and want to make sure I have all the details worked out. I see plenty of posts on enclosures and MBD, but never together...

All, The GF and I recently rescued a 5 month old Veiled cham who we had diagnosed with MBD through a local reptile specialist vet in the Northern Virginia area. Previous owners didn't supplement, have UVB or anything. :( He is slightly small for his age and is on oral medications now. Doc...

Has anyone else had a problem introducing silkworms to their chams? My panther cham Mojo will devour anything I offer him as long as it has crunch. He hand feeds dubias, superworms, and wild caught prey like dragonflys, but soon as I offer him any size silkworm (1 inch to 2.5 inch) he...

Put down some river rocks on top of the soil, rocks should be larger than their head so they don't try and ingest them. Helps keep them from grabbing soil when going for feeders.

I also looked for strength of their grasp, keep an eye on breathing and whether they make sounds which may be a possible RI, and overall movement when held. Watching for the chameleon's grabbing of fingers and eye movements trying to climb up your shirt/arm. Also, check skin for marks...

I second what mat3o said. She needs to be left alone for a bit to adjust to her new enclosure and settle down. Maybe a quiet room with no cat around as a cat is a predatory animal and will stress her out more. She doesn't look chunky but the pictures are small so you have time. Also, I...

5.0 vs 10.0 UVB bulbs always creates a debate. Preferably I go with 5.0 as they are less powerful in their rays. Since panthers are always in the tree tops to block the sun with leaves, I go this route. I use an Arcadia 6% 48" bulb, but I have a larger enclosure as well. For smaller...

I'll say 17 on the 19th.

For live plants you will want to check out the link I have below. You are pretty safe going with a panther chameleon as they do not eat plants. However, some plants excrete sap or have other properties that are not safe, as well as feeders that will eat occasionally which your cham will eat...

Could try using an duct stat like what's linked below or a digital thermostat from a home inline with your fan controls. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Suncourt-Ductstat-Plug-In-Thermostat-Temperature-Sensitive-Switch-DS100/100028788#.UWsOocnD8ic

Yes, I would suggest definitely get to the vet. The front leg looks limp, he isn't even trying to use it and he isn't grasping any of your fingers for stability. Of course a picture isn't as useful since its just a still in time but a vet will be able to go more in depth. Let us know what the...

I don't have any plans or have ever purchased a WC chameleon. I agree that only experts who have the resources and knowledge to care for these chams should consider taking this challenge. Whether it be for husbandry research of new species to help the community as a whole, or help increase a...

I use a box when traveling to my vet office. I line the bottom with a small towel incase they fall and add lots of branches to grab onto. Close the box so they don't escape, but you do want to have some air to pass through. Also, you want to make sure when you arrive home, get the enclosure...

Can you post pictures of your cham? MBD doesn't affect just one body part and you would see it in all bones. He may have a broken arm. Also, fill out the below questionnaire with the pictures. Get as much detail in the photos as well. https://www.chameleonforums.com/how-ask-help-66/