Looking for chameleons in south east Florida
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tcnorris
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Was that near town or more outskirts near the river or maybe one of the parks?
Tkrd69
Chameleon Enthusiast
On the back roads near highway 80 going to Clewiston.
tcnorris
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Because I love them. I didn’t know they were an invasive species here until recently and I see what they do with the iguanas and I’d like to save some from being needlessly killed.
Keep in mind.... wild caught chams do not always do well after being caught and caged. You will need a very good chameleon vet as well because they have parasites and health conditions. You will also need complete individual set ups for each one. They can not be housed together or they will kill each other.
tcnorris
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Absolutely! I’m very aware of their needs and issues. I appreciate your input. Not everyone cares about what happens to animals and if the people getting them know how to take care of them.
I just left Label and had no luck, I was down 29 south of Label. Would love someone to show me and willing to pay
Tkrd69
Chameleon Enthusiast
It is just pure luck my daughter has brought me three. Just have to be at the right place at the right time I guess.
MissSkittles
Chameleon Enthusiast
I’m up in Brevard county and was given a male veiled who was found crossing a road. He came with parasites (giardia) and I wasn’t sure he’d survive. I love him, but almost every day my heart breaks for him for losing his freedom. His nose has scars from being rubbed raw, trying to find an escape from his prison. I’ve given him a double sized enclosure, but he still wants his freedom and is still looking for a way thru the screen. I tried giving him a window view, but that only made things worse as he tried non stop to reach the trees and bushes he could see. He has everything with me - good health, lots of healthy and yummy bugs, regular access to fresh clean water, safety from predators, stable temps and humidity, etc but he’s still confined.
The FWC has little concern for the wild chameleon population as they are not so damaging to the natural flora and fauna. There is no bounty on them, like they do with iguanas and pythons. So please, if you want a veiled chameleon, look to buy one which has been captive bred and kept. They are very inexpensive. Please don’t steal the freedom from the wild ones. It is important to them and they do know enough to miss their freedom.
The FWC has little concern for the wild chameleon population as they are not so damaging to the natural flora and fauna. There is no bounty on them, like they do with iguanas and pythons. So please, if you want a veiled chameleon, look to buy one which has been captive bred and kept. They are very inexpensive. Please don’t steal the freedom from the wild ones. It is important to them and they do know enough to miss their freedom.
