Jacksons or panther chameleon
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cloverthechameleon
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It is really up to you. Personally owning both species I would say Jackson’s are a tad bit more demanding but not by much. Both require around the same set up cost, require about the same amount of space and time. Jackson’s are abit more sensitive to temperature, water and supplementation. But I shouldn’t be telling you this, you should already know the care and demands for both species if you are invested in getting one. If set up properly both species should thrive and will be wonderful to own. If not researched well and set up poorly both species will run into problems.
NashansCamos
Chameleon Enthusiast
I agree with clover its up to you imo jacksons are a bit more difficult to take care of but i'm sure you could do it with the help of the forums 
. Panthers can have brighter colors but jacksons are also cool its up to you.
. Panthers can have brighter colors but jacksons are also cool its up to you.
Klyde O'Scope
Chameleon Enthusiast
Yup, it's up to you. Have you seen this?
I think it largely comes down to which one's needs can you best provide for.
I think it largely comes down to which one's needs can you best provide for.
Tony_S
Chameleon Enthusiast
I agree with the above statements. Which is why I usually tell people to start with these two questions. 1) "What is the temperature and humidity of the location that will be housing the chameleon?" And 2) "Are you planning on using a screen or glass/solid wall enclosure?" You don't want to be fighting a losing battle with a chameleon that requires high humidity levels when you are using a screen cage and you live in a arid climate.
m1les
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I live in Minnesota. My house stays around 70 farenheit (which will change if I get a jacksons chameleon) and i'm not sure about the humidity levels. Right now I have a screen enclosure from a previous chameleon but I can always buy a glass one so it can hold more humidity.
What was the previous chameleon and how did you do caring for it? Jacksons are very specific in their needs specifically temps and humidity. Veileds are the most "hardy". Panthers still need a 50-60% humidity level during the day. If you live in a dry location then you have to make the environment suit their needs.
Well waterfalls are kinda no bueno when it comes to chams because they hold bacteria. I would do a lot more research and figure out what would be best for your environment and or what your willing to do to accommodate your environment to the cham you choose.
Here are accurate care sheets on both.
https://chameleonacademy.com/panther-chameleon-care/
https://chameleonacademy.com/the-jacksons-chameleon-trioceros-jacksonii/
I would read through all the info here as well https://chameleonacademy.com/chameleon-husbandry-program-getting-started-with-chameleons/
NashansCamos
Chameleon Enthusiast
waterfalls are a big no no... bacteria central
m1les
Member
Yeah i've heard that before but I make sure to clean it very frequently and put new water in it. If I get a jacksons or panther chameleon I am most likely going to get a fogger and sell the waterfall, not sure yet.
NashansCamos
Chameleon Enthusiast
if you buy a screen cage make sure you buy some sort of insulator so the fog actually stays in the cage!! i am learning this the harsd way. One reason why i recommend glass cages over screen
Kronos
Established Member
Personally, I prefer Panther chameleons. Though, as others have said, it’s your own preference that matters. So it’s up to you. But as for my preference, I feel Panthers display more beautiful colors than any other species of Chameleons. They supposedly are more docile than other species also. My husband and I recently got a panther chameleon, his name is Kronos. He’s itty-bitty but he’s super sweet and adorable!!! He’s a baby but he is very calm and is cool with everyone in our family.
NashansCamos
Chameleon Enthusiast
Also, there is probably a larger selection of panthers available on the market. Im sure you could find a jacksons too though.
Ok so I would learn more... They are not used by keepers because no matter how much you clean them they get nasty. Foggers can only be used at night. Everything in their husbandry works together so you have to do all the pieces. Those links I gave you will help tremendously so you have a successful experience.
