Do I need a mister?

[ausbork]

I live in Northern California and the humidity in the room where my veiled chameleon is has about 50% humidity without any misting or dripping. I currently have a mister but when I use it it completely soaks everything and it’s just a bit hassle. I was wondering if I really need this mister or if I could just hand spray the cage 1-2 times a day and get a dripper instead.

 

[Ares05]

50 Percent humidity is actually a bit more than veiled's need during the day, they only need 30-40, and 70-100 at night. But they do need at least 2 mistings a day for at least 2-3 minutes to trigger a drinking response. If you have proper drainage, a wet cage shouldn't be a hassle and should dry out with 2-3 hours.

You are a brand new member, how about we take a look at your husbandry for your little guy? Im assuming this is your first chameleon?

Fill out this form if you could! Please be very specific and answer every question, don't skip anything! Make sure to include multiple pictures of your chameleon and his/her setup.

Chameleon Info:

• Your Chameleon - The species, sex, and age of your chameleon. How long has it been in your care?
• Handling - How often do you handle your chameleon?
• Feeding - What are you feeding your cham? What amount? What is the schedule? How are you gut-loading your feeders?
• Supplements - What brand and type of calcium and vitamin products are you dusting your feeders with and what is the schedule?
• Watering - What kind of watering technique do you use? How often and how long to you mist? Do you see your chameleon drinking?
• Fecal Description - Briefly note colors and consistency from recent droppings. Has this chameleon ever been tested for parasites?
• History - Any previous information about your cham that might be useful to others when trying to help you.

Cage Info:

• Cage Type - Describe your cage (Glass, Screen, Combo?) What are the dimensions?
• Lighting - What brand, model, and types of lighting are you using? What is your daily lighting schedule?
• Temperature - What temp range have you created (cage floor to basking spot)? Lowest overnight temp? How do you measure these temps?
• Humidity - What are your humidity levels? How are you creating and maintaining these levels? What do you use to measure humidity?
• Plants - Are you using live plants? If so, what kind?
• Placement - Where is your cage located? Is it near any fans, air vents, or high traffic areas? At what height is the top of the cage relative to your room floor?
• Location - Where are you geographically located?

Current Problem - The current problem you are concerned about.

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Please Note:

1. The more details you provide the better and more accurate help you will receive.
2. Photos can be very helpful.

 

[kinyonga]

I live in Ontario Canada and have used a hand mister and dripper for many years. I'm kind of old fashioned about a lot of chameleon care. You should see my incubator!