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Cage Cleaning • Sanitation ISTYT (Part 4) DisinfectionAn eye problem is probably not going to be contagious. Any parasite eggs could linger in the cage. A good soapy wash and a bleaching would have...- JacksJill
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Cage Cleaning • Sanitation ISTYT (Part 4) DisinfectionOk thanks. I just talked to the previous cage owner and they had a cham, not panther, and said it had some type of eye issue and ended up going...
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Cage Cleaning • Sanitation ISTYT (Part 4) DisinfectionI would say no. I would steam it or use hair bleaching 12% peroxide on a used cage of uncertain origin.
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Cage Cleaning • Sanitation ISTYT (Part 4) DisinfectionGreat info! Thank you for sharing! I have a new cage off marketplace, looks in good shape but don't know what happened to previous occupant. Is...
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Veiled Chameleon Laying 101
Hi and congratulations on having a beautiful girl veiled chameleon. These little sweeties are near and dear to my heart, and I’ve learned from some of the very best keepers on the forum how to care for them and effectively manage their reproductive health. Now I’m passing that knowledge on to...- MissSkittles
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How to Do your Own FECAL FLOAT - VIDEO
Intestinal Parasites are common in chameleons and other reptiles. Wild caught chameleons have a reputation of having intestinal parasites..although this is true , parasites can effect Captive bred as well as Wild caught Chameleon. A chameleon may have parasites but not show any symptoms...- Dez
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Jackson's Chameleon Articles and Studies
I'm always trying to find these links for people. Now anyone who is interested in knowing more about Jacksons chameleons can find them here. Articles This is the caresheet from this site if you haven't seen it and you want to take care of a Jackson's Chameleon read it...- JacksJill
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Photographing Chameleon's in "Naturalistic" Settings
If you want a place in the Forum Calendar or a shiny medal next to your avatar there are some basic things you will have to do. First understand what the contest is looking for pictures that will ultimately go into the calendar. Nobody wants to be distracted by your fingernails, dirty or...- JacksJill
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Where do I Start? Guide to the forums...
So here are some links and things to know about the Chameleon Forums. For newcomers as well as some seasoned members there could be some features that you don't know exist, or just cant seem to find them when you need them. First off the resources page...- Decadancin
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If your bugs will eat it, its a good option for inclusion in your gutloads.
Low oxalates.
Antioxidant.
May stimulate appetite, digestion, excretion.
Some Omega-3 fatty acids.
Good source of:
Niacin,
Copper,
b carotene,
Vitamin C,
Riboflavin,
B6,
Folate...
Felis catus, the domestic cat is one of the most effective predators on the planet earth. Single adult males have been more effective than trapping and poisons at controlling pest rodents on small farms and have done more to help humanity achieve agrarian civilization than any other...
When a sexually mature male chameleon defecates you will quite often see his hemipenes whilst he is doing so. They are usually retracted back into the tail base afterwards. If they do not retract then veterinary assistance may be required. On seeing it for the first time, it can often be a...
So, you got your new baby chameleon. He is scared of you and doesn't eat.
“Oh well,” you think. “He must need some time”.
A month passes, but your baby is not growing or shedding and his lack of appetite is rather disturbing. At this point you probably go online and start asking whether it's...
Today, I am so happy and excited because Smidget, my 7 month old Nosy Be male zapped a silkworm out of my hand for the very first time! :D
I have been working on taming him for so long, I was close to giving up. Now, I am so glad I didn't!
I learned a few interesting things with little Smidgie...
A log of what each of my adult male panther chameleons ate during the month of January. All bugs are gutloaded.
Tuesday, January 01, 2013:2 butterworms- No supplement needed
Wednesday, January 02, 2013:nothing
Thursday, January 03, 2013:2 butterworms, 1 mealworm -No supplement
Friday, January...
Onion provides carbs, B6, Folate, Potassium and Manganese, and Vitamin C. Spring onions, with the green tops as well as the bulbs, provide also some Thiamin, Riboflavin, Magnesium, Vitamin K, and Iron. Onion does contain goitrogens, but also some iodine so that helps balance it out. As well...
I know I had a bunch of questions about misting/rain systems when I was looking to invest in one, and am a detail freak, so I thought I’d go ahead and post my experience with the Aquazamp system I got using their low profile 2 nozzle dome. This might sound a little formal and pointed at the...
Stop F@%&ing around on our forum! I shouldn't have to worry about people giving out stupid advice on purpose just because they think they are funny :mad:. There are going to be some things you may not agree with, and you and I may even give the wrong information once in a while, but we mean the...
Even Poppi was standoffish and blew up like a balloon when I put my hand in to offer her range time. So I just had to take a pic of her all puffed up.
Figured out why the crankiness:
As you can see, in the second picture, she doesn't look nearly as fat or gravid.
I am worried...
Melleri, commonly called the Meller's Chameleon, or the Giant One-Horned Chameleon, is a behemoth among chameleon species. Melleri are one of the three largest species of chameleon, and for that reason they hold the interest and attention of many Chameleon keepers; both experienced and novice...
Now that you have silk worm moths you may wonder what to do next.
The moths cannot fly and do not eat. They have been bred for silk for thousands of years and the wings have become vestigial. The males tend to me much smaller than the females, but with larger wings. The females will be much...
Once the silk worms are full grown it is time to think about allowing them to cocoon. At this point I usually separate the ones I plan to keep for breeding and put them in a larger container that is set up for breeding.
For this stage I use a sterilite 56Qt (53L) plastic tub. I have cut holes...
I begin with the silk worm, as most of you will start with worms ordered from various suppliers.
When you receive the silk worms they are typically housed in a deli cup or “pod”. As silkworms have a low immune system you must be very careful with cleanliness and moisture. The pods are not ideal...
I am truly priviledged to have connected wirh a little Nosey be Chameleon at San Diego's Reptile show last July/2012. From the first day I brought him home I became connected to him.He was 3 months. I have never been so fullfilled. I HAVE 7 dogs love them so so much and having Rango Jr makes...
It seems that humans generally come together in difficult times, but when those people are already together for a good purpose there is a special kind of bond that occurs. This forum has become an extended part of so many lives all for the benefit of some small, amazing little creatures. It...
I feel like not alot of people own flapnecks, their super low maintenance for a cham i really recommend them. Their not a large breed so they dont eat as much as other chams. People tried to tell me to feed it 18 or 15 crickets a day (absolutely not) dont listen to people tryin to tell you that...
It was only a "standoff" but even that much is great progress as far as this guy is concerned.
This is the most untrusting, anti-social, and just downright mean chameleon that I have ever heard about. I have given up on socializing this little guy. I would someday, however, like to be able...
Peeled raw mango is okay to include in your gutload on occassion. provides vitamin C, beta carotene, some B6 and vitamin K. However also high in sugars and higher in phosphorous than calicum and the peel is high in oxalic acid.
1 average fruit (about 336g), with skin and seeds removed...
Well sneaky Zeke did a late night shed several days ago. There are still to small spots of old retained shed. Will really have to watch my humidity. Has been dropping at night now that the heat is running. He has been teasing with some color. Doesn't show it much. Did catch some in some pics. He...