Diapause for panther chameleons

[Charles 0822]

my female Ambanja panther chameleon is has mated and is pregnant. She has not yet laid the eggs but I’m curious to know how I can start diapause and how it works. I have seen a few people saying start it at a lower temp and the raise it. If anyone could help that would be amazing.

 

[MissSkittles]

I don’t believe diapause is used for panther eggs, but let’s ask @Motherlode Chameleon

 

[Charles 0822]

I don’t believe diapause is used for panther eggs, but let’s ask @Motherlode Chameleon

It can be for sure. Just don’t know 100% how to do it and what temps exactly.

 

[SteveH]

It can be for sure. Just don’t know 100% how to do it and what temps exactly.

Diapause isn't needed for panthers. Just a container with damp perlite /vermiculite in a dark place at room temperature and check the dampness occasionally.

 

[Charles 0822]

Diapause isn't needed for panthers. Just a container with damp perlite /vermiculite in a dark place at room temperature and check the dampness occasionally.

I know it’s not needed and I know how to hatch them without it. I’m just wondering the temps for diapause because it would be better for them to hatch much sooner. Thanks.

 

[SteveH]

I know it’s not needed and I know how to hatch them without it. I’m just wondering the temps for diapause because it would be better for them to hatch much sooner. Thanks.

For my Calumma brevicorne I started diapause at 65° and gradually dropped the temp to 55° and kept for 50-60 days then gradually raising to room temp until hatch.

 

[Charles 0822]

For my Calumma brevicorne I started diapause at 65° and gradually dropped the temp to 55° and kept for 50-60 days then gradually raising to room temp until hatch.

Are you starting immediately or waiting a few days after being laid?