Growing FAST!

[Lela268]

We are new to cham’s but always wanted one and finally got our Target (veiled juvenile Cham from local pet store) in the middle of this September. He shed Sept 30 for the first time with us, and already twice since then. He does not let any food hang around in his tank very long and eats anywhere from 6-12 crickets a da. I also leave few meal worms in food bowl in case he gets hungry between feedings or if we run out of other bugs before I restock, which also get eaten. Is his growth normal, or do I feed him too much? I’ve put a pic with the post but he’s not very happy at the moment as you can see by the stink eye and body language but it’s the best I could get quickly. We have also just bought a new enclosure as he has grown so quickly but have not got him in it yet.

 

[SourGrape4u]

I know you bought a new enclosure but if the top of that old one is glass he wasnt getting uvb...

 

[Mrjamwin]

Hi there and welcome to the group. I recommend that you copy and paste the information I posted below and please take and post some pictures of his enclosure so we can address any husbandry issues.

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

 

[JuniorC]

We are new to cham’s but always wanted one and finally got our Target (veiled juvenile Cham from local pet store) in the middle of this September. He shed Sept 30 for the first time with us, and already twice since then. He does not let any food hang around in his tank very long and eats anywhere from 6-12 crickets a da. I also leave few meal worms in food bowl in case he gets hungry between feedings or if we run out of other bugs before I restock, which also get eaten. Is his growth normal, or do I feed him too much? I’ve put a pic with the post but he’s not very happy at the moment as you can see by the stink eye and body language but it’s the best I could get quickly. We have also just bought a new enclosure as he has grown so quickly but have not got him in it yet.View attachment 281971

A picture of his whole enclosure will help a lot too

 

[Lela268]

I know you bought a new enclosure but if the top of that old one is glass he wasnt getting uvb...

It’s metal mesh ?