Remember first that chameleons are MUCH more difficult to care for than leos or beardies. They do not do well in glass tanks, so a screen cage is necessary. In addition, they need high humidity, which can be difficult to maintain. They can be picky eaters, and may stop eating for no apparent reason. I love my panther chameleon dearly, but I must say she is more work than any other lizard I've ever had. Between filling the humidifier, misting, and her dripper, we finally decided the best way to deal with the water run off from her cage was to just put in a drain! It takes me at least 15 minutes in the morning just to take care of her misting and humidifier. Keep all this in mind when deciding if you want a chameleon. Some people may tell you that veiled chameleons don't need all this misting like panthers do, but in fact they do. Yes, they come from a less humid region, but they live in coastal areas where the dew and fog is heavy every morning and evening. They need just as much water as panthers. That said, veileds and panthers are probably the most hardy. Panthers are a little less tempermental, but I do not consider them to be a hands-on pet. They stress very easily, and most do not like to be handled. I have had mine for two and a half years, and she still doesn't like to be picked up. She has only recently decided it's not too bad if I touch her foot or tail, because I might just have food. Check out
www.adcham.com for more husbandry information on a variety of species.
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