Mr Minty
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Thank you!! I really appreciate it and I’ll definitely save those graphics!
Did I miss his first shed? :(
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Mr Minty
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I have a question, when is a good time to add the lay bin? I’m a bit scared/nervous of missing some signs. Like should I add it when she turns 6 months? I read chameleons can start laying eggs at that age
Ambilobe123
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Great job with the gutloading. You just didn’t mention it in the form so I wasn’t sure. I would prioritize the bigger enclosure, then the mister, then the timer.I will avoid handling her, got its.
I tried superworms but she refused to eat them. And yes, I gut-load them with green mustards, apples, carrots and sometimes I add mango. So do you think I should start offering different feeders now or should I wait a bit more??
Just checked MistKing brand and they look very good! I will definitely get one of those
I was thinking on getting timers for the lights but I’ll prioritize some stuff like the automatic mister!
I will change the bulb, do you think a 50 watt bulb would work to get to 81-84?
Also what can I do to raise humidity during the night? Should I hand mist for some short periods of time until I go to sleep?
A 50 watt should be good, if it’s too hot you can always raise the fixture. I use a 60w, and it works great. Distance is the main factor in temperature.
For nighttime humidity, that’s a bit trickier. I use a humidifier, but hand-misting should also help until you get a MistKing. Also, having more plants in and around the enclosure will help a bit with humidity.
If you get the larger enclosure before she turns 6 months, that would be a good time to add it, and integrate it into the setup better.
There are some signs you can look for, but once she has a lay bin set up I wouldn’t worry. You can also make a post if you’re not sure whether she’s gravid or not.
I hope this answered your questions!
Mr Minty
New Member
Thank you!! You did answered my questions and it made me feel less scared! As soon as I get a bigger enclosure I will add the lay bin
Klyde O'Scope
Chameleon Enthusiast
Sometimes mine gets caught in the plant canopy.
Ambilobe123
Avid Member
Sometimes mine gets caught in the plant canopy.
I’m pretty sure some have also been observed eating their shed, but I could be wrong.
I’m pretty sure some have also been observed eating their shed, but I could be wrong.
Klyde O'Scope
Chameleon Enthusiast
You're not wrong.
https://www.chameleonforums.com/threads/eating-shed.180452/
https://www.chameleonforums.com/threads/eating-shed.145106/
https://www.chameleonforums.com/threads/chameleon-eating-dead-skin-while-shedding.148951/
There may be more; these came from the first page (of 4) of an archive search.
Mr Minty
New Member
She’s finally shedding! Im waiting a little bit to turn her lights off. Is that okay? I usually turn them off at 8, but since she’s shedding idk if I should turn then off. I don’t want to stress her out
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Ambilobe123
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I’d stick to the same schedule. Shedding can take a couple days, it’s perfectly natural for them to have a bit left overnight.
Klyde O'Scope
Chameleon Enthusiast
+1. Leave the lights on their regular schedule.
