devol Member Aug 13, 2013 #1 I've noticed when my chameleon is basking he tends to darken up a bit on the side the light is hitting. Is this so that he can absorb more heat?
I've noticed when my chameleon is basking he tends to darken up a bit on the side the light is hitting. Is this so that he can absorb more heat?
Kate Avid Member Aug 13, 2013 #2 devol said: I've noticed when my chameleon is basking he tends to darken up a bit on the side the light is hitting. Is this so that he can absorb more heat? Click to expand... That's exactly what he is doing.
devol said: I've noticed when my chameleon is basking he tends to darken up a bit on the side the light is hitting. Is this so that he can absorb more heat? Click to expand... That's exactly what he is doing.
Seiryu Established Member Aug 13, 2013 #3 Yep! Usually they will stand kind of sideways to absorb it better too.