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[Mushmanager]

Hello all,
I've been really intrigued by chameleons for a while now and am finally deciding to get a pair (male and female). I've been reading here and there and have even bought supplies to make my own cage. As far as experience, I only have a red eared slider turtle, which I am aware is way different. I also have experience in mycology, which involves knowledge of microbioligy , controling temps, humidity, and some lighting.
I'm hoping to get a Jackson's chameleon even though I've read they're more delicate. I just like the horns on them, plus I've read they have a longer life span.
Before ordering my chameleons, I want to have my set up complete with a fogger, basking light, etc.
Any help or information would be appreciated. I already ordered the fogger and some trrrerium decor.
Should I go with another chameleon, since these will be my first?
Also, what lighting would you guys recomend for a Jackson's? Where can i find information on lighting? Do I need a day and a night light?

 

[jpowell86]

Welcome to the Forums!!

I am glad you are wanting to setup your enclosure and do your homework before purchasing such an amazing animal. The Forums is a great place to receive information and ask questions along the way. All the members here are wanting to help and make sure your chameleon is as healthy as possible.

The "resources" tab on the home page offers great information to read and will help you gather knowledge chameleon husbandry. Here is a link to start you off!

https://www.chameleonforums.com/care/caresheets/jacksons/

 

[Mushmanager]

Thank you! I just read the whole sheet and was able to answer my own questions. I'm a little sad I won't be able to have a male and a female In the same cage, I guess I'll have to make two cages!

 

[jpowell86]

I guess I'll have to make two cages!

Lol! Double the pleasure! Check out @brownie64 setup. He has a dual cage setup for his jacksoni.

 

[Carlton]

Thank you! I just read the whole sheet and was able to answer my own questions. I'm a little sad I won't be able to have a male and a female In the same cage, I guess I'll have to make two cages!

Yes, that's pretty much a given. Now you could build a very large cage frame and plan a visual divider down the center. That way you could share lighting, misting system, fogger, or whatever, and the space requirements would be a little less than 2 independent cages on separate stands.

 

[Mushmanager]

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0002QI86U/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Would this light be suitable for a Jackson's chameleon? What about a veiled? I'm building an enclosure for two chameleons. I'm planning on dividing it down the middle and using this light for both enclosures.