What to do if a chameleon has an eye problem?
When a chameleon with an eye issue comes to Dr. Coke he will first examine the chameleon to try and determine the problem. One tool vets have is that they are able to put a harmless liquid in the eye which, when exposed to black light, will highlight scratches that may be causing the inflammation.
When to take a chameleon to the vet?
Eye swelling can be sudden and dramatic! This male Panther Chameleon was rushed to the vet and an antibiotic treatment cured even this situation! When a chameleon with an eye issue comes to Dr. Coke he will first examine the chameleon to try and determine the problem.
Can a veiled chameleon look in two directions?
A Veiled Chameleon ( Chamaeleo calyptratus) surveying his domain with eyes that can look in two directions at once. As we humans well know, it is having two eyes looking at the same object that gives us our depth perception. And when it is time to shoot that long tongue out to get their next meal,…
Why does a panther chameleon have sunken eyes?
Sometimes the eye turrets will sink in as a sign of exhaustion or dehydration. In this case, the female panther chameleon spent great effort to lay eggs and is exhausted and probably dehydrated. In a case like this you see the sunken eyes, but they are still alert.
Is it normal for a chameleon to have eye problems?
Eye Problems Chameleons have a unique method of keeping their eyes clean. They circulate fluid around inside their eye to clear debris, so if you notice squinting/bulging on occasion, this is normal. It’s only when symptoms persist more than 24 hours that you should be worried.
Eye swelling can be sudden and dramatic! This male Panther Chameleon was rushed to the vet and an antibiotic treatment cured even this situation! When a chameleon with an eye issue comes to Dr. Coke he will first examine the chameleon to try and determine the problem.
What’s the best way to clean a chameleon’s eye?
The standard method of cleaning a chameleon’s eye is to rinse it with saline and then apply an appropriate anti-biotic. The best way to ensure that the anti-biotic is the correct one is to culture the eye infection.
Why do chameleons have turrets in their eyes?
The chameleons shown here have vitamin A deficiency. The solution, if it is a deficiency, is to give them vitamin A to replenish their vitamin stores. Sometimes the eye turrets will sink in as a sign of exhaustion or dehydration.
