First Baby Veiled

[chrissiexlane]

I'm going to be collecting me first ever baby chameleon on Saturday (16/04) I have researched and research lots and lots about them eg what lights and temperature for their cage etc, however is there any major do's or don'ts eg: foods I shouldn't give him etc. I find people know more about these things than care sheets, thank you

 

[Nilsa]

You are in the right place. Congratulation I got my first baby whom I hatched from an egg. He is wonderful .
But without the help of this forum I'd be lost. Anything you need to know is here and if you can't find it just ask anything you wish to know. The members here are very knowledgeable and love to help. These are loving experts of anything Chameleon. Welcome and enjoy these lovely folks.

 

[chrissiexlane]

You are in the right place. Congratulation I got my first baby whom I hatched from an egg. He is wonderful .
But without the help of this forum I'd be lost. Anything you need to know is here and if you can't find it just ask anything you wish to know. The members here are very knowledgeable and love to help. These are loving experts of anything Chameleon. Welcome and enjoy these lovely folks.

Thank you so much! The main question I would like to know is what normal fruits of vegetables I could feed him as well as crickets, a lot of people fed their chameleon strawberries and lettuce however I have heard bad things about both of these :O.

 

[Nilsa]

Go to the forum and read in chameleon food. There is even an answer to your question about strawberries hope this help there are all the answers you are asking and also all the answers hope I helped

 

[Decadancin]

The caresheets here are definitely the best place to start getting your information. From there you will get great ideas and the knowledge of some very experienced keepers. My advice to you is to make sure you stick to a solid routine for gutloading your feeders, and dusting with the right supplements. This can give your chameleon the nutrition necessary to do well in captivity. As for fruits and veggies, not all chameleons will eat them. You will have to experiment with different items, but just don't over do it with any one item. Variety is generally the best. I tried strawberries, but my veiled doesn't even go near them. Small carrots, kale, romaine, apple all seemed to work in small doses. Proper lighting is very important for prolonged success. Tons of information about UVB requirements as well as basking bulbs. Use the search bar and get some great ideas and advice.

Most important thing to remember is that chameleons often will not show signs of anything wrong until the problem is already serious. You need to practice great husbandry techniques to have a better chance for success, but there are no guarantees.