Have you recently noticed your chameleon hiding between the foliage or on the bottom of the tank? If so, you’re probably wondering what is the reason behind this behavior. Chameleons are shy reptiles who prefer living alone. They may hide due to natural instincts or for thermoregulation. Chameleons may also hide while adjusting to their …
Chameleons are fascinating creatures with unique eye features and powerful vision that help them with catching their prey. Unfortunately, chameleons, like most other reptiles, are susceptible to eye infections that can lead to severe health issues if left untreated. Eye infections in chameleons can be caused by bacterial, viral, and parasitic diseases. Often, however, management-related …
When you peek in on your chameleon tank, have you noticed that it is lethargic or even sleeping during the day? Lethargy is usually a sign that something is wrong and should be treated immediately. If your chameleon is lethargic or sleeping during the day, this may be a sign of a parasite infection, malnourishment, …
Female chameleons need a safe, comfortable place to lay their eggs for every clutch. A lay bin can be an easy way to ensure your chameleon can lay her eggs safely. You can easily create your own chameleon lay bin. All you need is a clean container large enough for your chameleon to dig around …
Did your Chameleon turn dark green in the blink of an eye? Well, this is actually very normal behavior for wild and captive-bred Chameleons. The rapid change in color can signify many things. Let’s determine whether this is natural or if veterinarian attention is needed Most species of chameleons are naturally shades of green or …
Have you peeked in your chameleon’s cage and noticed something strange about its movement? A common problem that chameleon owners see from time to time is that they might not be using their back legs. Unfortunately, this is often a bad sign that something larger is going on. When a chameleon stops using its back …
Chameleons are diurnal reptiles who need to be exposed to light during the day, and we know that exposure to ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation is of utmost importance to keep chameleons in good health and prevent some diseases. But what about keeping normal lights and UVB lights on at night? Can you keep them on …
Chameleons may be fun to look at, but it is a different story when you try handling them and they repay you with hisses and bites. Why is your chameleon aggressive? Is there something you can do to minimize the aggression of your chameleon? How can you tell if your chameleon is aggressive? The aggressiveness …
Chameleons are known to be picky about where they drink water. Knowing how to get a chameleon to drink is a real challenge. Keepers who do not know enough about how a chameleon hydrates itself often risk their pet becoming fatally dehydrated. In the wild, chameleons “drink water” or get moisture from water droplets on …
Being a chameleon owner is not for the faint of heart, as anything could go wrong pretty quickly with these reptiles if you fail to provide proper husbandry conditions for them. Did you know that one of the leading causes of death in chameleons is dehydration? Yes, that is right; so, how can you know …