ChameleonUES
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I have never had a problem with any parasites (Thank God!)
However, hypothetically would a terrarium that has artificial plants have a less likelihood for the chameleon to develop parasites than a fully planted terrarium?
My logic being that the plants can hold bacteria, especially if the chameleon manures on the plants/soil. This can potentially later develop into parasites, correct?
I was thinking that even though live plants are a much better option for the chameleons physiological/psychological health. Maybe artificial plants/vines/trees are cleaner in terms of the chameleon/cage health and sanitation.
Can anyone please share their experience or advice, if anything I'm saying could be true. Because if it is I may possibly replace my live plants with artificial ones, just for extra precautions.
-PS: I understand that live plants hold humidity for longer periods of time. But my cages are hybrid-breeder cages from dragon strand: keeping humidity hasn't been easier.
However, hypothetically would a terrarium that has artificial plants have a less likelihood for the chameleon to develop parasites than a fully planted terrarium?
My logic being that the plants can hold bacteria, especially if the chameleon manures on the plants/soil. This can potentially later develop into parasites, correct?
I was thinking that even though live plants are a much better option for the chameleons physiological/psychological health. Maybe artificial plants/vines/trees are cleaner in terms of the chameleon/cage health and sanitation.
Can anyone please share their experience or advice, if anything I'm saying could be true. Because if it is I may possibly replace my live plants with artificial ones, just for extra precautions.
-PS: I understand that live plants hold humidity for longer periods of time. But my cages are hybrid-breeder cages from dragon strand: keeping humidity hasn't been easier.