They have different care needs, so my advice is to choose one and focus on it and learn more about them.
I have kept bearded dragons, torts, frogs, snakes.
All so-called full-spectrum fluorescent lights produce both UVA and UVB, but the percentages that each brand and type of bulb actually produce and for how long differ. What brands were you seeing? Even if the bulb label SAYS they produce 5% UVB at the critical part of the UV spectrum, independent testing doesn't prove all of them out. UVB is the one you need to pay more attention to, and brands really do matter. Most of us prefer either the ReptiSun or Arcadia bulbs. Also be aware that the amount of UVB they emit changes over time. ReptiSun 5.0s tend to last about 6 months. Some people prefer using ReptiSun 10.0 for adult chams others stick with the 5.0. It also depends on the cham species you are keeping. A montane cool humid climate species such as jackson's won't appreciate the 10.0....could be too intense and harsher for their eyes. We tend to prefer the linear (tube) fluorescents, not the coiled type.
.Hey A Veild Chameleon Was My First Reptile Pet And Mine Lived A Happy Full Life Mister
That does not apply to everyone, most aren't ready, including some who are viewing this thread. Don't take that personally, it was not directed at only you.
I find it odd that you have had a vailed chameleon before and your husbandry had so many flaws in your post I replied to https://www.chameleonforums.com/threads/hi.162480/
No chameleon is easy to care for. Vailed chameleons are inexpensive yes... but for all there care and supplies to keep a healthy chameleon costs hundreds of dollars and needs to be monitored closely. Keeping any chameleon takes a great deal of commitment and a real passion for these creatures. I would do a lot of research before you decided to purchase any chameleon.
Please don't take this the wrong way, but I think that the OP should go to a more experienced keeper for advice. You think Veiled's are the best, have you owned other species to compare?
@kamakamachaneleon I agree with this post. You, yourself are brand new into this wonderful world of chameleon owning. It's awesome you're so eager to help others, but be sure you know what you're saying or you're going to fove wrong advice and it can harm a chameleon. So you should enjoy the site, research, ask questions, and then ease your way into the helping category. Please don't take this as a personal attack we are just trying to help everyone and make sure everyone has happy and healthy chameleons.
