If you can get a close up picture of this chameleon's back feet, it'll be really easy to gender them. I'm personally thinking female with what we see, but it's good to make absolutely sure to know if you'll need to make a lay bin or not.
The biggest concern with the chameleon death kit (in my opinion) is that it supplies a completely ineffectual UVB coil bulb, as opposed to a proper t5HO linear UVB bar. The fake plants are also a concern for our veileds, since they do like to munch on leaves.
The order of business would be to get the correct UVB fixture and live plants (pothos do very well in chameleon cages!)
An upgrade to a 2x2x4 reptibreeze XL (or larger) is important too, but the necessary lighting is crucial for healthy development.
Go crazy with branches too, and make sure their basking branch is 8 inches below the light fixtures!
As for things outside the cage during free time, a good big old houseplant probably is the way to go. I have seen some impressive free range builds on this forum. I've not yet developed an out of cage hangout spot (because it's not necessary per se) but I do like the idea.
A really good way to get more tailor made help is by filling out this form.
Chameleon Info:
- Your Chameleon - The species, sex, and age of your chameleon. How long has it been in your care?
- Handling - How often do you handle your chameleon?
- Feeding - What are you feeding your cham? What amount? What is the schedule? How are you gut-loading your feeders?
- Supplements - What brand and type of calcium and vitamin products are you dusting your feeders with and what is the schedule?
- Watering - What kind of watering technique do you use? How often and how long to you mist? Do you see your chameleon drinking?
- Fecal Description - Briefly note colors and consistency from recent droppings. Has this chameleon ever been tested for parasites?
- History - Any previous information about your cham that might be useful to others when trying to help you.
Cage Info:
- Cage Type - Describe your cage (Glass, Screen, Combo?) What are the dimensions?
- Lighting - What brand, model, and types of lighting are you using? What is your daily lighting schedule?
- Temperature - What temp range have you created (cage floor to basking spot)? Lowest overnight temp? How do you measure these temps?
- Humidity - What are your humidity levels? How are you creating and maintaining these levels? What do you use to measure humidity?
- Plants - Are you using live plants? If so, what kind?
- Placement - Where is your cage located? Is it near any fans, air vents, or high traffic areas? At what height is the top of the cage relative to your room floor?
- Location - Where are you geographically located?
Current Problem - The current problem you are concerned about.
