I was recently given a young veiled chameleon from a friend. I have been doing lots and lots of research on them and have learned quite a bit, but still have a lot more to learn. Would anyone here possibly know about how old he is?
I'd wager somewhere between 2 and 3 months old. Has he been positively sexed as male?
If you're interested in a husbandry review, please fill out the following form with as much detail as possible. This will ensure that you and your little fella start off on the right foot! Pictures of the enclosure from the lights down will be greatly beneficial for the sake of feedback.
Chameleon Info:
Your Chameleon - The species, sex, and age of your chameleon. How long has it been in your care?
Handling - How often do you handle your chameleon?
Feeding - What are you feeding your cham? What amount? What is the schedule? How are you gut-loading your feeders?
Supplements - What brand and type of calcium and vitamin products are you dusting your feeders with and what is the schedule?
Watering - What kind of watering technique do you use? How often and how long to you mist? Do you see your chameleon drinking?
Fecal Description - Briefly note colors and consistency from recent droppings. Has this chameleon ever been tested for parasites?
History - Any previous information about your cham that might be useful to others when trying to help you.
Cage Info:
Cage Type - Describe your cage (Glass, Screen, Combo?) What are the dimensions?
Lighting - What brand, model, and types of lighting are you using? What is your daily lighting schedule?
Temperature - What temp range have you created (cage floor to basking spot)? Lowest overnight temp? How do you measure these temps?
Humidity - What are your humidity levels? How are you creating and maintaining these levels? What do you use to measure humidity?
Plants - Are you using live plants? If so, what kind?
Placement - Where is your cage located? Is it near any fans, air vents, or high traffic areas? At what height is the top of the cage relative to your room floor?
I am not 100% sure it is a male, just guessing due to the small "knot" on his back feet. As far as the husbandry goes, all I need to upgrade is the light, and will be doing that this weekend And my location is South Carolina.