How to tell the weight of a veiled chameleon?
If your scale doesn’t turn to zero, simply deduct your start weight from the total weight to get a weight and age for your chameleon. To get an idea on the weight of your veiled chameleon, below is a growth chart of one of my male chameleons. When is a veiled chameleon a baby? A veiled chameleon is considered a baby from hatching up to six weeks.
When is a veiled chameleon considered a baby?
A veiled chameleon is considered a baby from hatching up to six weeks. When is a veiled chameleon a juvenile? Your veiled chameleon is a juvenile from six weeks to eight months of age. When is a veiled chameleon fully grown?
When do veiled chameleons start to shed colors?
Your baby chameleon should shed within a few days of hatching and then they will continue shedding to accommodate their fast growth until they are around eighteen months. So, your chameleon should be shedding every three to four weeks. When are they able to change colors?
What should I do if my chameleon is not eating?
The first thing to do is offer them a juicy chameleon treat. The best thing for this is a wax worm as chameleons go nuts for them, it’s their equivalent of chocolate! If your chameleon eats this it’s likely they’re just being picky eaters. Adding different insects should get them eating again.
The first thing to do is offer them a juicy chameleon treat. The best thing for this is a wax worm as chameleons go nuts for them, it’s their equivalent of chocolate! If your chameleon eats this it’s likely they’re just being picky eaters. Adding different insects should get them eating again.
What’s the average weight of a veiled chameleon?
Weight – If you have a digital scale weigh your chameleon to check they’re not underfed. A good weight for an adult male panther, Jackson or veiled chameleon is between 80 and 180 grams and females between 60 and 130 grams.
When to take a chameleon to the vet?
A good rule of thumb is if you suspect a minor issue as to why your chameleon hasn’t eaten and it’s been 7 to 10 days since they last ate then you need to take them to the vet. Chameleons can go without food this long OK but any longer than that, regardless of the suspected cause, I recommend a vet visit.
How often should I Change my Chameleon’s UVB bulbs?
Husbandry – Check your chameleon’s cage temperatures are correct, that their UVB bulbs don’t need changing as they should be changed every 6 to 9 months and that their humidity levels are correct.
