Chameleon at top of cage
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JeffJo
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He should have have some branches closer to the top of the cage, so he can comfortably get that high and as close as necessary to the lights. Mine does this too when misted because sometimes they aren't really in the mood for the water, also make sure the water is warm and not too cold for the little guy. Also, if your cage isn't on a stand, something I've read is you should have the top of your cage at least 6 feet off the ground or something like that so they can get a high enough perch to feel safe, they do live in the tree tops in the wild after all.
Veild Cham Owner
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My 11 month old still does that on occasion lol. I would just raise ur sums basking spot for em to get a lil warmer, that might be what he is trying to do
Hsandovaljr
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Should I be concerned with him with mouth open like that.
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Replife
Chameleon Enthusiast
Yes and no most likely he's just reached Optima basking temperature and you should lower the heat or it could be a upper respiratory infection but most likely not if you lower the heat and he stops you are fine do just move the lamp a little farther away
Replife
Chameleon Enthusiast
Pretty much all juveniles are going to do this he should out grow it just make sure he can't get burned
Hsandovaljr
Established Member
So I moved his basking light to the other side of the cage and moved the uvb light to the side his on
Hsandovaljr
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Replife
Chameleon Enthusiast
No that's how they get burned you got it right
Replife
Chameleon Enthusiast
If anything you might want to get the basking light a little higher
Hsandovaljr
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Where do you suggest I put my digital thermometer and humidity gauge in my cage.
Replife
Chameleon Enthusiast
Just in plain sight and leave the probe on the thermometer hanging free so you can check all your temps regular
Alexander1
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Thermometer at the highest basking point, you want to make sure it's warm enough for him to bask but not too hot where he may get burned. As long as you can hold your hand near the basking light without it being uncomfortable or burning your hand you should be ok. Keep as close to your optimal basking temp.
The hygrometer should be away from too much water. It's going to help you gauge your humidity levels but it's not a completely accurate, create "humidity" pockets by allowing the live plants to grow around branches your Cham can hide under. Its tough keeping the humidity up, you can get a cool mist humidifier to help boost it
The hygrometer should be away from too much water. It's going to help you gauge your humidity levels but it's not a completely accurate, create "humidity" pockets by allowing the live plants to grow around branches your Cham can hide under. Its tough keeping the humidity up, you can get a cool mist humidifier to help boost it
