looking forward to get a panther chameleon

[mannybilly]

ok before i think of buying one yes im currently researching on the care and facts on the panther chameleon. but my important question is since my room has air conditioner what would i do to keep high temperature and humiditiy in the cage of the chameleon. winter is coming i really wont be needing it since the chinchillas i have thrive better in a colder climate. what do you prefer for times i have the air conditioner on

 

[Kath44]

I think there's a few on here that would use ac, I guess it will be trial and error with different watt bulbs to feet the ideal basking temp and temp gradient. For humidity live plants really help along with misting sessions.
Kath.

 

[shmeenakoz]

I am one who must use the AC during summer months because otherwise even with a 25W bulb my panther gets way too hot! When I have it on I monitor the temps like its my full time job. I find I must up the wattage (only to 40 or 1120 lumens) and mist more or keep mist times/duration the same but also must employ the dripper. This way the humidity isn't snuffed out by the AC. I also keep the cage covered on 2-3 sides with plastic sheet (all seasons), this keeps RH up. Live plants are also going to only help you and this is all I use. Hope this helps

 

[Mike Fisher]

I am one who must use the AC during summer months because otherwise even with a 25W bulb my panther gets way too hot!

You might consider LED spotlights in that situation. That's what I use for my montanes in the summer. Lots of light, very little to no heat emitted to the enclosure.

 

[shmeenakoz]

You might consider LED spotlights in that situation. That's what I use for my montanes in the summer. Lots of light, very little to no heat emitted to the enclosure.

Thanks! Ill defiantly look into that Didn't even think to use LED

 

[jc31]

This was something I worried about as well. I have my AC going most of the day. I just keep a close watch on the temp and humidity. I also close the AC vent in the room he's in.

 

[Mike Fisher]

Thanks! Ill defiantly look into that Didn't even think to use LED

I've been ordering par38's from Home Depot for $50 for a four pack. Prices finally coming down on these. They used to cost more than $50 each!