is this enclosure good?
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LundqvistNYR
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yeah i have 2 ficcus and 4 branches and a vine for him. as for the mister i have it set for 15 seconds every 3 hours should i change it?
Restricted E
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I would start with what chopper suggested and then adjust from there. It really depends on what area you live in. For example my area is cold and dry right now compared to when I first got my cham and it was hot and dry. So sometimes you have to adjust things accordingly.
Lathis
Chameleon Enthusiast
First of all... go, go Redwings!
Secondly, have you had a chance to go through all the info on the site? This will give you the basics of all the care:
https://www.chameleonforums.com/care/chameleons/
I agree with tony97. More vines and branches would be much appreciated by your cham. See if you can find some sticks or branches laying about somewhere - wash them off and bake them in the oven at 350°F for 15 minutes. My cham far prefers natural wood to plastic vines, and I think the variety is good for his feet and nails. Plus, sticks are free! Think in 3-dimensions - you want a variety of vertical and horizontal paths and different "levels" inside the cage. At the top, the closest branch should be 4-6" from the light, minimum - check your temperature at this spot. (Chameleons are too stupid to move if they are being burned.)
Also - Adjusting the mister may also depend on the personality of your cham. Mine takes FOREVER to decide to start drinking, so he gets much longer sessions.
Have fun and good luck! We want pictures when you get your cham!
Secondly, have you had a chance to go through all the info on the site? This will give you the basics of all the care:
https://www.chameleonforums.com/care/chameleons/
I agree with tony97. More vines and branches would be much appreciated by your cham. See if you can find some sticks or branches laying about somewhere - wash them off and bake them in the oven at 350°F for 15 minutes. My cham far prefers natural wood to plastic vines, and I think the variety is good for his feet and nails. Plus, sticks are free! Think in 3-dimensions - you want a variety of vertical and horizontal paths and different "levels" inside the cage. At the top, the closest branch should be 4-6" from the light, minimum - check your temperature at this spot. (Chameleons are too stupid to move if they are being burned.)
Also - Adjusting the mister may also depend on the personality of your cham. Mine takes FOREVER to decide to start drinking, so he gets much longer sessions.
Have fun and good luck! We want pictures when you get your cham!
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Balizar
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I think you could add some foliage at the top to help shade a little bit more. AND def listen to Chopper as your misting times are to short. I on the other hand live in Maryland and inside is really dry due to the heat inside so my aquazamp goes off about 5 times a day to help with humidity and I still like to mist them as well. Just cause I like to see them walk up and drink it straight from the misting bottle!!!
