Glass enclosure for graceful cham.

[anngab1]

We purchased a glass eco terra with screen top for our Graceful Chameleon. The reptile store insisted that it was the best choice for keeping the humdity and temps regulated. We have the lights and the mister, but I am worried that the glass was a bad choice. My son opens the glass doors several times a day, so I think there is circulation getting inside. Should I switch to a mesh cage? She seems to be thriving so far - eating and drinking regularly.

 

[UrbanChameleon]

Screen is better, but glass is okay. I did the same thing as you. I bought the Exo Terra (because he was really young) but then upgraded to a large screen cage when he turned about 6 months. I absolutely love my screen cage. Don't panic. How old his he/she? You can always get a big screen cage for when your Chameleon reaches juvie/adult age.

 

[Chameleopatrick]

Exo terra enclosures are excellent habitats for chamelons so you made a good choice.

The appropriate size is critical, not too small.

Opening and closing the doors frequently may stress your chameleon a little but good air circulation is very beneficial. I use a computer fan on top of my exo Terra's with a timer to circulate the air.

Screened enclosures have their place but certainly aren't better for indoor chameleons. Both styles have positive attributes.

 

[Olimpia]

Chameleopatrick is right, glass carries a lot of undue stigma for some reason. The cage you purchased is nothing like a fish aquarium, yours does allow for proper air flow. As long as it is the appropriate size for your chameleon's size, there's no problem.

 

[anngab1]

Thanks for the reassurance. I think my chameleon is about 4 months old. She seems pretty calm and comfy so far. Today, I put a small fan on low on the screen for some circulation. She didn't move away from it, so I guess she didn't mind. I also read that I should turn the mister off at night. Is this true?

 

[Draco1702]

Thanks for the reassurance. I think my chameleon is about 4 months old. She seems pretty calm and comfy so far. Today, I put a small fan on low on the screen for some circulation. She didn't move away from it, so I guess she didn't mind. I also read that I should turn the mister off at night. Is this true?

I believe most people don't mist at night and actually have the last misting session about an hour prior to turning the lights off. They will not drink at night anyway and humidity can be managed with a humidifier. Also, in a glass enclosure, you won't need to mist as much/often, as humidity will tend to be higher.