Picky Eater

[Em-Chicken25]

So I’ve had my chameleon for a couple months and she is really healthy and has settled in well, she has a great diet and is getting fed gut loaded feeder insects. I’m looking into branching out her diet but with all the videos and research I haven’t seen to have caught onto how people get their chameleons to eat the leafy greens. I’m giving her gut loaded feeders but I want to put more greens in her diet and maybe if there’s anyone that could clear up any confusion that would be appreciated, thank you!

 

[Vinesar21]

@AmandaS @MissSkittles any pointers?
From what i see here, some people feed greens to their veileds some don't. I wouldn't know the exact answers as i own a panther

 

[AmandaS]

The best way to put greens into their diet is to put them in the feeders. There is mixed information on how well, if at all, veileds can digest plant matter.

 

[Em-Chicken25]

I feed her this morning and just feed her right now and managed to get her to eat some finely shredded carrots and zucchini by putting some mealworms on top.

 

[Em-Chicken25]

Thanks for the help!

 

[AmandaS]

Oh, well mealworms are also not recommended. They are high in chitin and difficult for chameleons to digest.

 

[CasqueAbove]

I feed her this morning and just feed her right now and managed to get her to eat some finely shredded carrots and zucchini by putting some mealworms on top.

I think she meant gut load with greens and veggies.
They will eat their plants, but should not be fed vegetables or greens.

You should fill out the how to ask for help form. You can find it in the search bar. I am on my phone so I don’t have it handy.
It will be well worth it. There are many very experienced keepers here.

 

[AmandaS]

I think she meant gut load with greens and veggies.

I absolutely meant that!!!

 

[Ramrod]

Yeah, make the dandelion look like a hibiscus flower then it will be ok. Lol

 

[MissSkittles]

Hi @Em-Chicken25 ! Since there’s so much mixed information on proper care for chameleons out there, let’s double check that all of your husbandry is correct. While it’s important for all chameleons to have everything just right, it’s even more important for our sweet ladies. If you could copy & paste the following with your answers, someone can review it and make sure that you and your sweetie will have many happy and healthy years together. Don’t forget to add pics of your entire enclosure including lights and floor.

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.

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Please Note:

1. The more details you provide the better and more accurate help you will receive.
2. Photos can be very helpful.

 

[.Luke.]

When feeding the bugs if you cup feed... you can look that up but if you cup feed try to put greens in there with the bugs