How to pick up a Chameleon?

johncjb

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So I've had my Oustalet's Chameleon for a few months now and was wondering how I should go about holding him.
At the moment he will sometimes eat from my hand but either stands still or walks away when I try to get him to walk on my hand. He stays a light grey color so I assume he isn't scared. How should I go about getting him to walk onto my hand?

Thanks
 
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Will def try this. Thanks :D
 
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