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Mosquitoes are only the vectors for the WNV. Birds are used as hosts and as far as I know both are unaffected by the virus symptoms. Humans and horses are both Chordata, so we do share some biological similarities. This virus is a completely different thing. Apples and oranges bro...also you...

No, species jumping is a common thing. But a phylum is another thing entirely. There is little to no data on viruses mutating to affect different kingdoms or phylums. Nothing is impossible or absolute, but we can be safe in knowing that this virus has an extremely unlikely chance of affecting...

Bwahaha! Chameleons are not even in the same phylum as crickets...there is a 99.99% chance that it will not cross the phylum barrier. Basic bio... nuff said.

Excellent! To make the vines have some malleable properties that hold, might I recommend using aluminum wire? http://www.homedepot.com/p/OOK-50-ft-Aluminum-Hobby-Wire-50176/100192917#.Uf_l_JKThbE Just stretch out an appropriate size of vine. Coat in Silicone 1 and then dip into the coconut...

I second the use of bamboo, its a bit slippery at first for some chameleon, but they soon get the hang of it...hehe, puns. Anyways, I also use the $ store wreathe bundles, and I also use outside fruit branches. I was laughing hard at all the clorox-wielding oven-bakers... Overkill is indeed the...

Because it does not have clearly marked bands or stripes, I will tell you that it is a female Veiled. I cannot really see how big it is, I am unsure if that is a small or large person holding it. Lets assume they are at least average sized, that chameleon must be around 10-12" in length, a...

Haha, you're a funny one. Seriously? You believe that by mimicking the daylight schedule you are preserving the species evolution? Are you oblivious to the fact that elevation levels are nowhere near what is available in their natural habitat. Territory, air quality, diet, etc. The list goes on...

Hmm... I use Reptivite twice a month on only a few crickets. Maybe someone else will add a few more comments. I have not seen any issues, but I never really broke down the detailed amount that is necessary for a chameleon. I believe that vitamins and calcium is all just an insurance. It is not a...

It is only human to laugh at cruel things... I still get a chuckle at this Ninja BadA$$ Jackson. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0T_HnrBbVE&list=TL-AmXODNLMMQ

I get a feeling that the chameleon might get mad that his claws are getting slightly stuck in the mesh. I used to use aluminum but after having one of my girls lose a toe...I cursed all aluminum mesh. In the enclosures where I have felt flooring, chameleons get stuck on it too. This seems to get...

Read your multi-vitamin. Most will have D3 included.

Don't pygmies live like 2 or 3 years tops? Maybe hes just meeting his maker because of age. Give the little guy a blessing and my condolences OP. Maybe there is a pygmy keeper that has some more knowledge on common symptoms.

DIY cages from the DIYcages.com or you could DIY, haha.

I follow my outside daylight schedule...I am always home early enough to switch the lights on and off. When I go out for extended periods. I just set a timer at 12-14 hours. I have not had any troubles, but I wonder if anyone has seen any benefits to following a lighting schedule that is closer...

It is not toxic...but it has two drawbacks. They need a lot of light, so you should have a grow light. The second draw back is that with as many sessions of watering that chameleons need, they almost always drown on me. The thorns may or may not be an issue. With small chameleons I don't think...

Firstly, 0P great job. Secondly, a dovetail is not needed here. The load that the corners will take dont really need braces either. A basic butt-joint with wood glue and support screws is more than enough for chameleons... Now if we were housing a larger monitor that likes smashing into the...

Exactly! You live in the bay?

My 3 cents here... I don't use drainage trays. My chameleons are perfectly hydrated. I don't think over watering is bad, but it is unnecessary and may lead to mold problems that I see many other keepers battle with. The key is to pack enclosures with foliage...I'm not kidding, stuff it!

The tail-fin always gets me. I have wanted one for such a long time...I wish I had time and space. Excellent looking buddies you got there OP.

Yeah, he seems a little less active then his clutch-mates, but for the most part he is acting like a normal neonate. I placed him with the rest of the group and I am awaiting their appetites to start. I am really hoping he makes it to the 2 week mark, they usually are rock solid after 2 weeks...