baby panther cham help

[cacmang42]

Okay so I got my baby yesterday and I got him in great health but I feel he is having a lot of trouble adjusting to his environment.

Since this morning he has not left one part of his cage. I want to feed him and have him drink, but he won't walk around to see that there are crickets to eat roaming around the cage!

(the breeder fed him this way as well). I mist the leaves a few times a day with warm water and I can't say for sure if hes drinking or not. His urate yesterday was orange but I expected that because he was sitting in a box for almost 24 hours because he got shipped to my house.

He is too scared of me for me to hand feed him and if I go close to his cage I feel like I'll scare him too much from walking around and going to see that there is food to eat. (should I try and get him to move with some kind of force?) I know its early in the day but hes been up for at least 4 hours now and I still have no sign that he ate. Can someone give me some input on my situation, it would be greatly appreciated because like him, I am also feeling uncomfortable about this situation

 

[Dez and Delilah]

Chameleons can take some time to adjust to their new homes. The past 48 hours of his life have been pretty stressful I'm sure. For now, I'd let him be and he'll most likely start venturing around to check out his new home. I wouldn't suggest trying to physically move him as this will just add more stress to the little guy.

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[jannb]

Sometimes it take a couple of days for a new cham to adjust. Keep misting and keep him well hydrated. Below is a link to my blog for new keeps so you can make sure you have everything correct for him.
https://www.chameleonforums.com/blo...-keepers-young-veiled-panther-chameleons.html

 

[cacmang42]

to make a long answer short

http://www.screameleons.com/setup_kit_video.htm


its 70-85 degrees in there, 55% humidity

 

[Dez and Delilah]

to make a long answer short

http://www.screameleons.com/setup_kit_video.htm


its 70-85 degrees in there, 55% humidity

For now, aside from keeping him hydrated, try to just give him space. Once he feels safe he'll start exploring.

I know it's hard to leave them alone but it's probably the best thing for the little guy right now.

 

[cacmang42]

okay sound good everyone thank you!

makes me feel more secure when I ask others

 

[jannb]

I don't know how old your baby is but a basking spot of 85 is hot for a young one.