Hello, just got my Panther Chameleon "Shade" less than a week ago. He is 4.5 months old and eats about 6-8 crickets in his 10 minute period in the am. He drinks water fine. Ambient its around 74 degrees. He is busy exploring his new surroundings its a screen enclosure, I have an umbrella plant. Only trouble is when I want to pick him up to clean. He puffs his throat and becomes very defensive, has tried to hiss. He will turn and lunge to a branch or the screen. Obviously doesn't want to be picked up. I've asked the breeders what they thought, and they said it will take time. I'd like to pick him up by going underneath him, but usually he doesn't give me that opportunity. I'm thinking of attempting trying hand feeding to get him more used to my hands. Just want any advice on how I can better take care of him, especially the handling part. I must admit when he jumps around I'm a little timid. He probably sees my fear, but even if my hand is steady he doesn't want to go on it. Any advice helps. Thanks, Learning everyday 
