Trying to compile a list of links and answers..

[Syn]

A couple days ago I started to compile some links that come from questions that are asked often.. so far I don't have nearly enough to be of any use.. and I was wondering if anyone could help me add on to this.

This is what I have so far:

Why is my chameleon buzzing/humming/vibrating?
It's how they "communicate". (Please correct me on this if it isn't correct, I can't think of it off the top of my head)
Can Chameleons Hear?

What plants can I use in my chameleon's cage?
These have been found to be "safe".
Edible Plants List
Safe Plants List for Chameleons

Do you have a link that has information about chitin?
Yes, here it is:
http://glasgowgecko.co.uk/Articles/Chitin.pdf

I need information on my UVB bulb/Does this bulb hurt my chameleon's eyes?
This website is full of information about UV!
http://www.uvguide.co.uk/

Is my female gravid/receptive? (C. calyptratus)
Compare her to pictures on this thread.
https://www.chameleonforums.com/fyi-pics-receptive-vs-gravid-21227/

I have gnats! What should I do?
Use beneficial nematodes found here:
http://www.thebeneficialinsectco.com/beneficial-nematodes.htm
http://www.planetnatural.com/site/beneficial-nematodes.html
Or you can set out soapy water, cider vinegar, let plants fully dry out, etc..

What feeders can I use?
https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs...4-feeders.html

Where do I buy bugs online?
https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs...rs-online.html

C'mon, I know lots of you have a lot of links you just love! Share them here, but try to keep them to a 3 link minimum, I've noticed when you post too many links often people will only read half of the first link you send because they are a little intimidated by the amount of reading they have to do. There could be an "optional reading" tidbit after the necessary links, though.

Perhaps it could be something Brad adds on to in the future for a FAQ set, but if not I would like to use it for future reference for myself, and easy access bookmarks so I can post them in threads instead of having to jump through 2,000 threads trying to find the one I forgot to bookmark.

 

[Miss Lily]

Sabrina, the links you posted for 'buzzing' and 'chitin' are both linked to the chitin info. It would be a good idea to have all the useful/most used links in one place!

 

[Syn]

Sabrina, the links you posted for 'buzzing' and 'chitin' are both linked to the chitin info. It would be a good idea to have all the useful/most used links in one place!

D'oh! Thank you! I guess that's what I get for copying and pasting too fast. *shakes fist*

 

[sandrachameleon]

What feeders can I use?
https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/sandrachameleon/74-feeders.html

Where do I buy bugs online?
https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/sandrachameleon/171-where-buy-feeders-online.html

 

[Syn]

Thank you Sandra, I just added those to my file and to the original post.

 

[draetish]

Common illnesses in Chameleons, symptoms and remedies:
http://www.allcreaturesanimalhospital.evetsite.com/456012.html

Vegtable and Fruit Ca charts:

http://www.iguanaden.org/diet/calphosveg.htm

http://www.iguanaden.org/diet/calphosfruit.htm

 

[sandrachameleon]

Why not use spinnach as a gutload? What is Oxalic Acid?
https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/sandrachameleon/215-oxalic-acid-content-vegetables.html

https://www.chameleonforums.com/blo...sphorus-ratios-common-good-gutload-foods.html

 

[Syn]

Thanks, both of you! I've added those links... but unfortunately I can no longer edit my original post.

 

[Vegas Chad]

If you do the secret Chameleon Forum chant and dance you can.

 

[sandrachameleon]

If you do the secret Chameleon Forum chant and dance you can.

i wish I knew that dance! LOL

 

[Syn]

If you do the secret Chameleon Forum chant and dance you can.

Oh u, u sillee.

 

[gpmo]

Great thread, as a new member and new to chameleons having something like this sticky would be great. I know myself and there are others actually check for stickys first.

Thanks again.

 

[Syn]

Glad this is helpful!

If anyone else has anything to add, even if they think it is not very useful, please post it! You never know who could use your information.

 

[Syn]

Ba-bump!

Still trying to think of other common questions..

 

[Todnedo]

Why not use spinnach as a gutload? What is Oxalic Acid?
https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/sandrachameleon/215-oxalic-acid-content-vegetables.html

https://www.chameleonforums.com/blo...sphorus-ratios-common-good-gutload-foods.html

You have dandelion listed in the HIGH in Oxalics column and in the Low in oxalics column.
Which is the correct information?

 

[DGray]

gnats

Great idea and good effort, Syn.

There are less expensive, more effective products for gnats such as Gnatrol.
Nematodes are relatively fragile compared with the bacteria (Bt) in the above product.

Also, has anyone checked to see if the nematode sold as a dipteran parasite has been found to attack higher animals?

I found a reference to this, but I can not access the article: can someone with access please see if this is relevant
Impact of Entomopathogenic Nematodes on Non-target Hosts
Author: H. Bathon
DOI: 10.1080/09583159631398
Published in: journal Biocontrol Science and Technology, Volume 6, Issue 3 September 1996

It mentions the nematode in an Anolis.

 

[sandrachameleon]

You have dandelion listed in the HIGH in Oxalics column and in the Low in oxalics column.
Which is the correct information?

I treat it as moderate. I consulted a number of lists, and, like Kale, it was listed differently on each one.

 

[Syn]

Thanks DGray, I will add that as another option once I get back on my computer at home.

 

[ChamOh]

Where can i find an exotic pet vet in my area?

http://www.herpvetconnection.com/ or Brad has a sticky on this in Health section

 

[draetish]

Speaking of vets, what if members had a place to post their vet info and rate their experience. This way, other members in that area could refer to it. I've seen many post about 'bad' vet experiences and hardly any good ones.