New Open-enclosure

[AtAllCost]

I wanted to have something in my apt that would not be permanent and would be a large natural looking enclosure for my panther without him having access to roam everywhere. This way I don't have to worry about him and still give him plenty of space but without the cage look and feel. I have been getting into bonsai lately which inspired the tray planting. It's still a work in progress because I want to add misters and proper drainage for the plants and some lights and possibly a faux rockwall for a background but so far I'm satisfied with how it's coming together.

 

[chromewolf7]

Looks Wonderful already! Great JOB SO FAR!!!!!!

 

[maxttu]

That's a neat idea! Keep us posted on improvements!

 

[Wykd]

looks awesome, but whats to keep him from up and wandering off? They do like to roam and explore.

 

[jannb]

It looks great but it does look like he could still roam if he wants to.

 

[Wykd]

Yeah I would think it would need an acrylic/glass fence bordering the edge of it that's taller than they can stand/reach up.

 

[AtAllCost]

Thank y'all, it's kind of hard to see in the first picture but there's actually a little 12" wall that keeps him in. It's all slick enough to keep him from getting a grip

 

[Zubi]

Thats a swweett setup, is that one big tree or just a bunch of branches?

 

[AtAllCost]

It's a few branches zip tied to the walls and each other, I had a faux 6' ficus in there for a while but I wanted something more natural and aesthetically pleasing than an office plant. Plus it keeps the humidity up better

 

[BriAlme]

Great idea, looks like it should work.
Just keep an eye on your cham, where there's a will there's a way.

 

[kfactor]

That is such a good idea I wish I could do something like that in my house but my girl friend would kill me lol

 

[Hoj]

Great stuff I have often thought of building something like that. Very nice.

 

[carol5208]

That looks wonderful and I am sure your chameleon enjoys not being caged up.

 

[PantherEnvy]

Is your UVB too high? Looks like the Dome light is your heat source, but the UVB should be lowered.

As for looks. Totally chic and modern with a touch of oriental design. Good job!

 

[ataraxia]

really nice.

i would take the perlite soil out though. replace it with plain organic soil. you will be glad you did.

 

[charvey]

Looks amazing! I dont know if this has been answered but what is the material used for the black background?

 

[ASublimeDay]

Great idea, looks like it should work.
Just keep an eye on your cham, where there's a will there's a way.

I can vouch for this. My veiled is a ninja. I have half a mind to invest in a security system to see how she gets out

 

[hydrophyte]

That is really cool.

 

[reptilover]

Looks amazing! I dont know if this has been answered but what is the material used for the black background?

I would also like to know! and it is fantastic!

 

[AtAllCost]

Thanks for reminding me about the UVB It was set up higher for the faux focus I had in there and I forgot to move it down.

It is just 2 4x8 pieces of plywood that I cut a foot off of to make the front to walls, and sanded down smooth with a few coats of paint and clear. I wanted to build something large for him but on a budget so I figured this would work the best

He's almost gotten out once when I had a fern just a little too close to a wall. he climbed it and knocked it over in just the right way that he had a ladder to get out. Caught him trying though, so I know all too well of their ninja skills haha