I really want to get a chameleon that's very hardy, pretty looking, medium to large size, not too expensive to buy ( no higher than $150) and isn't difficult to maintain. I have all the right equipment a zilla tropical uv light (5.0 I'm guessing), a 28in L x 24in W x 48in H all screen cage, a spray bottle, a basking light, PLENTY of food, and plenty of vines and stuff in the cage. I was thinking a Senegal or Jackson's? Any other suggestions and other equipment I need?
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Chameleonmaster
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What about a veiled and do you have supplements?
Chameleonmaster
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Ok just making sure
Aren't veiled more aggressive than most though? I am also starting out and was really attracted to them before i read on multiple sites that they are aggressive. Could you state more about them?
Elizadolots
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Whatever type of chameleon you get, I strongly recommend you get a male. Females are a step up on difficulty. You want to learn the ropes with a male.
Veileds can be very aggressive, they can be very sweet. If you get him as a young chameleon and take your time getting him adjusted to you, it's probable you will have a chameleon that welcomes your presence and is willing to be handled. They're never going to be guinea pigs, but they can be quite nice.
Veileds can be very aggressive, they can be very sweet. If you get him as a young chameleon and take your time getting him adjusted to you, it's probable you will have a chameleon that welcomes your presence and is willing to be handled. They're never going to be guinea pigs, but they can be quite nice.
Drew V
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I started with a veiled i think they are the best starter cham mostly because they are the most forgiving of husbandry mistakes, allowing you to learn.
They also need less humidity than jacksons, less misting, less prone to dehydration it seems.
They can be aggresive... but then so can, and are, most chams. It depends on the individual they have a lot of individuality.
They also need less humidity than jacksons, less misting, less prone to dehydration it seems.
They can be aggresive... but then so can, and are, most chams. It depends on the individual they have a lot of individuality.
birdlover71
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opinion from another newbie...
just get it very young and from a breeder. I think you'll have better chances for a better handled chameleon from a caring breeder then a breeder that just breeds and sells to whomever or a petshop chain.
With that said I have a petshop rescue I cannot really handle at all. Which is a veiled but I also believe it is the most common chameleon out there that is getting such a bad rap.
I also have a sweet little baby from a caring breeder. He is a panther.
Good luck
just get it very young and from a breeder. I think you'll have better chances for a better handled chameleon from a caring breeder then a breeder that just breeds and sells to whomever or a petshop chain.
With that said I have a petshop rescue I cannot really handle at all. Which is a veiled but I also believe it is the most common chameleon out there that is getting such a bad rap.
I also have a sweet little baby from a caring breeder. He is a panther.
Good luck
Dean Pulcini
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My first chameleon was a female jacksonii strong like bull.
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maxttu
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you could get one of these bad boys! 
https://www.chameleonforums.com/chazam-hanging-out-82088/
https://www.chameleonforums.com/chazam-hanging-out-82088/
Adam Harrelson
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veiled i have i think they're the easiest out of all of them
chameleonboy1
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Shoot I want what maxttu has lol he is awesome
maxttu
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Thx bro! U keeping those dubs hot and fed??
chameleonboy1
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