Prepping for my new chameleon

[Zvasquez]

Hello, I’ve been a long time enthusiast of chameleons. When I was much younger I’ve had two chams, 1 veiled, 1 panther both juveniles. I did exstensive research but my enclosure was wrong. I had a lot of wrong info given to me and unfortunately they didn’t make it. I want to do things 100% right this time to avoid any mistakes that are fatal. So I am slowly prepping for a new chameleon. Slowing buying all of the correct equipment before purchasing a Cham.

-I already have a monsoon misting system which I think I need to replace the valves that mist (I’m only unsure because the system is at my moms house and I currently live out of state. I also will be going home soon to get my supplies.)
-I know I have a fogger
-dripping system
-and a light fixture

Upon further recent research I need:
-a different light (T5 UVB bulb)
-24x24x48 mesh wall enclosure
-only live plants
-I do want to upgrade my fogger
-probably a new heat bulb
-branches for climbing etc

If I need anything else please let me know wether it’s just general items or more specific..

I’m slowly going to start accumulating these items until I 100% have everything ready and set up for my chameleon.

My husband and I are planning on getting a male Blue Ambanja Panther Chameleon. So also any species specific tips would also be appreciated

 

[Karmachameleontrajan]

You should share your planned husbandy so some people can check it out. I'll send you a husbandry form to fill out if you want.

 

[Karmachameleontrajan]

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.

 

[Zvasquez]

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.

I will look into all of these question this weekend when I’m off of work. This helps so I have specific needs to research!

 

[Klyde O'Scope]

Welcome to the forum.

If I need anything else please let me know wether it’s just general items or more specific..

You can find shopping lists at https://caskabove.com/checklist/shopping-guide

For care & setup, see https://chameleonacademy.com/panther-chameleon-care/
and https://chameleonacademy.com/chameleon-husbandry-program-getting-started-with-chameleons/