Chameleon info

[Masakis88]

I have never owned any type of reptile and been wanting a chameleon. I've read a lot on these and don't want to pay a lot of money to have it die.

I want to get one and have found one but what should I know about these and is it a good idea to get one cause every pet store I've been to told me not too cause there hard to keep alive

 

[repdog]

First don't buy on impulse. Make sure you read the posts on here and get the right cage, lights, misting system, supplements, and decor. Then make your purchase. On the left side of the page I believe is the section for beginning care of chams. Read and reread those. I have been over them a few times. I don't have my cham yet as I'm still putting everything together. Everyone on here is here to help or at least that is what I have found. I was lurking for a while then signed up as I'm getting so close to my first cham now.

 

[RyU]

Chameleons are a lot of work. They need misting multiple times a day, can be finicky eaters and drinkers, and feeders will cost you lots of money. They also require lots of space, and privacy. If you want an animal to hold and play with, you might want to get a bearded dragon, as many chameleons just won't tolerate being handled. Finally, they are expensive to purchase, and to maintain.

That said, if you think you are willing to commit the time and money on a chameleon, start slow. I would first have a plan as to what cage you will buy, where to place it, and document all costs. You can start a thread about what your plans are, and get advise from experienced keepers.

Once you have your setup planned, you will decide on a species of chameleon. Depending on which you choose, you will have to educate yourself on correct husbandry practices, consideration of food, lighting, supplementation, and so on, there is a lot of useful information here.

After all that, if you honestly feel you can properly care for one, go for it.

Welcome to the forums!

 

[carol5208]

You might want to take a look at this.
https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/olimpia/522-average-cost-owning-chameleon.html

 

[Reptilia]

My experience is that Yemen are easy to care. They can tolerate alot more. They won't curl over and die at the slightest changes. The 2 iv had (on separate occasions) been quite nasty. However my friends Yemen was quite placid.

My panther (my pride and joy) is so friendly, soon as I get home from work, hes at the door waiting to come out and climb all over me. I got told panthers are very fragile but mine isn't. The set up is expensive, you need to do your research.... The bigger and more natural it is the better x