I could use some assitance with a new chameleon I purchased. I was an avid snake breeder in my younger days but this is a gift for my daughter and my first chameleon.
In my research, it appeard that a Veiled would be a good fit for the 1st time around. As he is home now and growing accustomed to his surroundings, it appears that he may not be what I was told he is. The petshop is a very longstanding, successful shop in a small town and the owner is a freind and long time insurance client of mine. Although not the best place to purchase a chameleon, I feel good supporting those who support me. This critter was the last of a bunch of babies that arrived 4 months ago and is a good, healthy eater with a gentle disposition
At any rate, I was told he was a male. At home, I didn't see a tarsal spur and the double rostral protuberances didnt appear to be consistent with a Veiled. I looked at a hundred pictures and didnt see one with nearly the ornamental nostril of this guy.
Its appears clear we have a Fisher Chameleon but one never knows. There is a wealth of good info on the Veiled but not nearly as much on the Fisher.
I'd like someone to look at these pictures and confirm that its a Fisher and if someone might point me in the right direction for information, proper sexing, etc... that'd be great. The link for pictures is here: http://img534.imageshack.us/g/img1285v.jpg/
I wanted a Veiled because they're hardy and make good pets for a beginner. Is the Fisher as good a choice? My friend will not take any issue whatsoever in taking him back so I might wait for a Veiled if that makes sense. Any assistance from the experts would be great!
Russ
In my research, it appeard that a Veiled would be a good fit for the 1st time around. As he is home now and growing accustomed to his surroundings, it appears that he may not be what I was told he is. The petshop is a very longstanding, successful shop in a small town and the owner is a freind and long time insurance client of mine. Although not the best place to purchase a chameleon, I feel good supporting those who support me. This critter was the last of a bunch of babies that arrived 4 months ago and is a good, healthy eater with a gentle disposition
At any rate, I was told he was a male. At home, I didn't see a tarsal spur and the double rostral protuberances didnt appear to be consistent with a Veiled. I looked at a hundred pictures and didnt see one with nearly the ornamental nostril of this guy.
Its appears clear we have a Fisher Chameleon but one never knows. There is a wealth of good info on the Veiled but not nearly as much on the Fisher.
I'd like someone to look at these pictures and confirm that its a Fisher and if someone might point me in the right direction for information, proper sexing, etc... that'd be great. The link for pictures is here: http://img534.imageshack.us/g/img1285v.jpg/
I wanted a Veiled because they're hardy and make good pets for a beginner. Is the Fisher as good a choice? My friend will not take any issue whatsoever in taking him back so I might wait for a Veiled if that makes sense. Any assistance from the experts would be great!
Russ