What to do when you get a new Chameleon?
When you first get a new chameleon (regardless of age), give them time to settle into their new environment before you attempt to handle. Chameleons are sensitive to changes in environment, so being brought to a strange new home (whether they were shipped to you, or you purchased them at a store or reptile show) will stress them at first.
Why do chameleons change their color so quickly?
Distributed under a CC-BY-SA-3.0 license. Chameleons are famous for their quick color-changing abilities. It’s a common misconception that they do this to camouflage themselves against a background. In fact, chameleons mostly change color to regulate their temperatures or to signal their intentions to other chameleons.
Is it normal for a chameleon to sleep during the day?
Are chameleons nocturnal? Chameleons aren’t nocturnal and definitely do not sleep during the day. A day sleeping chameleon is usually a sign there’s something wrong.
Can a chameleon be managed without a diagnosis?
The irony is that, without diagnosis and treatment, most are unaware of The Chameleon, and it is only through awareness that The Chameleon can be managed. Though I was diagnosed some time ago, and am now (relatively) successful at managing my BPD, I am only recently getting to know my Chameleon.
How can I Keep my veiled chameleon healthy?
Offer only as much as the Veiled Chameleon can eat in 4 hours, then remove any leftovers. Chameleons do not drink from a dish. Instead, they hydrate by licking water from their skin and habitat so be sure to mist the habitat regularly. How can I keep my chameleon healthy?
When you first get a new chameleon (regardless of age), give them time to settle into their new environment before you attempt to handle. Chameleons are sensitive to changes in environment, so being brought to a strange new home (whether they were shipped to you, or you purchased them at a store or reptile show) will stress them at first.
The irony is that, without diagnosis and treatment, most are unaware of The Chameleon, and it is only through awareness that The Chameleon can be managed. Though I was diagnosed some time ago, and am now (relatively) successful at managing my BPD, I am only recently getting to know my Chameleon.
Do you have to hand feed a chameleon?
And unless you have a particularly brave or hungry chameleon most of them will make you wait a while before they take it. This is why I recommend hand-feeding the first feeder of the day, so they are the most hungry and the most willing to take it from you.
