Water for chameleon?

[Andrew27]

I use regular tapwater in my dripper for my cham. But I use distilled water for my exo terra monsoon. Is distilled water harmful to chameleons? I know it doesnt have any minerals but that is why I use tap water for my dripper. Just making sure.

 

[jastate09]

Tap water should be fine if it sits out over night. I personally use RO water.

 

[Angsty]

I use distilled, but only because I have crested geckos and distilled doesn't leave a film on the side of the glass, and i only have one mister!!

 

[Decadancin]

Tap water is not always safe for chams. Some water companies use additives other than just chlorine, such as chloramines, fluoride, etc. and these will not dissipate just by letting it sit. Best bet is to contact your water company and ask what they are adding just to be sure. I use distilled water only for my cham, because I don't want deposits in my mist system or on the acrylic panels.

 

[Andrew27]

well i use tap water but i put the reptisafe stuff in it

 

[Decadancin]

well i use tap water but i put the reptisafe stuff in it

I would still check with your municipality. Some add fluoride at certain times of the year (if not all year) and this can lead to health issues for your chams. Reptisafe will do nothing for this.