Alternative to Branches

[PickleKing23]

I would like more options for my chameleon to climb on, All I have so far are 2 bend a vines. I dont have access to branches and the pet stores near me are lacking, are there any alternatives out there?

 

[wandering_cham]

I've used rope in the past, I think it works just as well.

 

[wandering_cham]

The only downside is that they don't look 100% natural.

 

[Syreptyon]

Most rope molds, it's not sturdy enough to hold up a chameleon as comfortably as rigid objects, and they can get their nails stuck/ripped out in the material of the rope. I wouldn't recommend that.

Surely you have access to trees? Just collect branches outside and use those. Or order some online

 

[Brodybreaux25]

Don’t use rope. You can find branches online and have them literally delivered to your door.

Search “branches” or “driftwood” on eBay.

 

[wandering_cham]

This is what I did with my ropes, link, the plain rope lasted for all of 3 days.

 

[wandering_cham]

Instead of burlap I used rope and they ended up a lot thicker.

 

[Gordita0405]

Go to a beach or riverside for a day and get some driftwoods Or drive around and see if there are people trimming their garden or trees. I got mine from the beach and also just the side of the road right after the trees were being trimmed ! Good luck

 

[salty dog]

Oak and mulberry branches are free

 

[Beman]

I would stay away from the bend a vines if possible. The exo terra ones crumble the coating off. Also with fake they pose a risk to damaging the eyes when the cham rubs on them.

 

[Decadancin]

Sometimes you can find "branches" in pet stores where the bird perches are.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Prevue-Pet-Wacky-Wood-36in-Perch-62399/17632107

I've used these and love how they look.

 

[Beman]

Sometimes you can find "branches" in pet stores where the bird perches are.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Prevue-Pet-Wacky-Wood-36in-Perch-62399/17632107

I've used these and love how they look.

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I have four of those and I love them!

 

[The Wild One]

I just find branches outside, my rule is if I can’t break them, she can’t. Just make sure you clean them and fasten them well.

 

[RyanBRZ]

I've used many different things: bamboo, many different types of fake vines, branches, rope. My chameleon seems to prefer these fake vines over anything--for both hanging out on and sleeping on. And they are super cheap. I think he likes them because they are a good diameter for adult chameleon hands and they give a little bit so he can get a good grip on them.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009YIOKU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1