mychamtini112012
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They hibernate.? What else is cool or different about them.? I had no idea about that.
parsons chameleon.?
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VeiledChams
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They slow down their metabolism quite a bit.. They can go a few weeks without any food intake. Really remarkable.
Carlton
Chameleon Enthusiast
Is it considered true hibernation? Torpor? Something in between? I'll have to go read...
JonRich
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incert from this site..
http://www.habitatdesigns.tv/repcare/general/habi3.html
"Chameleons may hibernate or aestivate in times of extreme cold or heat. In these conditions, chameleons slow their body down and wait for the temperature to warm up or for the rainy season to come. This is an extremely powerful adaptation that some chameleons have evolved that allow them to surivive in times of extreme hardship. Some species, such as Parson's Chameleon, have been known to dig burrows in the ground and remain their for many months until the weather becomes less severe. "
http://www.habitatdesigns.tv/repcare/general/habi3.html
"Chameleons may hibernate or aestivate in times of extreme cold or heat. In these conditions, chameleons slow their body down and wait for the temperature to warm up or for the rainy season to come. This is an extremely powerful adaptation that some chameleons have evolved that allow them to surivive in times of extreme hardship. Some species, such as Parson's Chameleon, have been known to dig burrows in the ground and remain their for many months until the weather becomes less severe. "
Todnedo
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Parsonii can go months without food and not lose much if any weight.
