I tried wax moths, and it just was a "Meh" experience. Not the kind of numbers/success I was looking for, even following the best instructions/suggestions I could find online. And silks? Well that's it's own topic of frustration for me. I know some are very, very successful with them, but I am not.
As soon as the weather warms up enough in my area, I plan to put out a hormone baited stinkbug trap. I really wish I had a good handle on culturing moths and/or butterflies, but that will have to wait until I have more info.
I am about to redo a lighting for one whole row of my cages, so I need 4 x 4' dual fixtures to do what I want. I have tried waiting until these come out, but I am a chronic "Test it before you buy several" kind of guy, so I don't think I have time before going on a Florida vacation in April to...
I have to agree.
I wouldn't worry too much unless he shows other signs of stress or illness.
Also, what is his age? I have had some settle down a bit when they pass Chameleon puberty (If there is a Chameleon analogue for puberty, of course) and they don't show the same intensity of bright...
Don't stress too much. Give him time to adjust to his new environment. The added plants/hiding spots should help him relax, in my opinion, for that small cham in that currently large open space. When he feels safe, he will eat.
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Plankton,
Isually the wild caught outdoor insects are labelled, not those in culture"
Yes, I am aware and apologize if language differences made it unclear that I knew what you meant, and was saying that other than collecting local, wild insects, which in my area is severely limited...
You may have said all this in another thread, but I read so many I don't recall...
What Cham type is this for? What are the dimensions? What did you use to waterproof the wood?
As far as how it looks, it looks very solid. Good job on the construction!
As has been said here many times, the problem with providing variety comes down to knowing what insects are safe, possible to culture year round, and sourcing starter stock and culturing information.
I am always striving to increase my offering options, but other than as you say "Field...
Indeed, it is one of his brothers. Good eye, M! His other brother still here is getting better looking every day!
He was annoyed with me in this pic, and his colors are all muted and blotchy. I just was amused my his look of "I do NOT approve!"
My personal perspective on the ethical nature of keeping exotic pets is about maintaining a captive bred population to supply the desire for pets and help curb the harmful over-collection of wild and/or threatened species.
My own interest actually lies in genetics and breeding strategies...