For a baby 3-4" veil chameleon, what different bulbs should I use?
So far I have the Zoo Med 18" Repti Sun 5.0 UVB Bulb.
1. What other ones do I need?
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2. What should I switch too as the veil gets older?
I have been researching chameleons for about a month now and they are amazing reptiles!. But I feel like I could still learn more about them so I can successfully raise a great chameleon. The Chameleon I would be getting would only be 3-4 months old, So this is what I've gathered so far..
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My regular work hours are 8 hrs long 4 days a week, but A LOT of the times i work Monday - Saturday 10, 9, or 8 hrs a day. Should I get an automated misting system?
I have a few questions about cleaning/washing?
1. When should i shower my Chameleon, how long, and how hot?
2. Should I wash the fake plants with soap and water before placing in cage?
3. The water that comes out of my faucet is well water, is that okay to use to spray leaves for...
1. What would the age be of a veiled that is 2-3'' long?
2. How many crickets should I feed him/ and or other foods in one day?
3. If Chameleon doesn't drink out of dripper is it still required/ suggested?
1. What would the age be of a veiled?
2. How many crickets should I feed him/ and or other foods in one day?
3. If Chameleon doesn't drink out of dripper is it still required/ suggested?
There is a chameleon at my local pet store that I plan on buying, but I don't know how to tell how old it is by the size? He is about 2 1/2 inches long.
Is the purpose of the dripper to make sure your veil has water when you might not be there to spray the leaves?
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When you spray the leaves, Do you do a continuous spray for 3 minutes onto the leaves?
Thanks!, Jeff
Hi everyone! This site seems wonderful for Chameleon lovers and I cant wait to get started. There is a baby chameleon at my local pet store that I want to adopt, because I've been reading about them for about 3 weeks now and how they are taking care of them isn't too healthy I would imagine...