What does it mean when my chameleon opens his mouth in the sun?

[Missjaymi]

I take my Senegal chameleon outside everyday. The other day when I took him out he would open his mouth and leave it open for a while. He did it maybe 2 or 3 times. What does this mean?

 

[camimom]

it means he is too hot.

they open their mouth to thermo regulate their temperatures.

 

[Klink]

He needs some shade. They tend to lighten in color and open their mouths to release heat. Make sure the little guy can get out of the sun.

 

[VigilantSpearIII]

The chameleon is cursing the sun gods and their hotness.

 

[Yak]

The chameleon is cursing the sun gods and their hotness.

time to get him some shades

 

[Missjaymi]

The chameleon is cursing the sun gods and their hotness.

hahaah too funny!!

 

[Enzo Veiled]

I don't need food. Let's end world hunger and eat the sun!