Veiled Cham colouration

[owenfgriff]

I have owned Kenobi, My male (I think) Yemen Cham for 2 years and occasionally he displays colours that I don’t quite understand.
He shows very vibrant yellow and Green with dark brown rings round the yellow with vibrant green spots in the yellow and darker colouration on his face, any ideas?
I will attach a recent photo.

 

[owenfgriff]

 

[Beman]

Welcome to the forum. That is 100% a male. He is reacting to something he sees... If you can post a few pics of him without the glass reflection. I would love to take a look at that front left foot and his casque and cheek pads.

 

[owenfgriff]

Welcome to the forum. That is 100% a male. He is reacting to something he sees... If you can post a few pics of him without the glass reflection. I would love to take a look at that front left foot and his casque and cheek pads.

Hey! Thanks for the reply!
This pic was taken earlier today with his same colouration.

 

[Beman]

Hey! Thanks for the reply!
This pic was taken earlier today with his same colouration.

So all of the coloration you are seeing is normal for a male veiled. If you would like to do a full husbandry review just to make sure all the information you got initially was correct we would be happy to do one with you. Just let me know and I can post the form.

Per his overall look he is holding some extra weight in the casque and cheek pads. This can be harmful for chameleons because the more overweight they are the more risk of organ function issues.

 

[Lindasjackson]

He’s a beautiful guy. Welcome to the forum. Everyone is here to help each other with our chams. Beman has a great eye and great info with lots of experience so listen to her.

 

[elizaann2]

Hello and welcome! What a beautiful boy you have!

 

[owenfgriff]

So all of the coloration you are seeing is normal for a male veiled. If you would like to do a full husbandry review just to make sure all the information you got initially was correct we would be happy to do one with you. Just let me know and I can post the form.

Per his overall look he is holding some extra weight in the casque and cheek pads. This can be harmful for chameleons because the more overweight they are the more risk of organ function issues.

I’d love to do a husbandry review, it’s always best to make sure he’s getting the best care!
I’ll definitely cut down on some of the fattier feed, he just loves the wax worms as a treat

 

[Beman]

Here is the form. Just copy and then paste it into your reply and fill it out with as much detail as possible. If you could also take pics of the entire cage from the lighting down and more of your little man.


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.