raising a Kinyongia multituberculata

[frozensponge]

Hi,

I am new to Kinyongia multituberculata or any other chameleons for that matter and I am wondering what is the best kind of habitat for them (Kinyongia multituberculata). Temperature, humidity level, etc....

can anyone enlighten me on this matter?

one more question would be how many kinds of light do i need for the chameleon. Currently I only have reptisun 5.0 and a exo terra sun glo tight beam for basking light. I know that they do need UVA and I need advice on which bulb would be best. Thank you in advance.

 

[Seeco]

Hey GREAT question!

Reptisun 5.0 will work fine for your UV. The only other light you need is a regular cheapo 40 or 60 watt bulb. Preferably in a reflector something like the picture below. If you are gonna rest the lamp right on the screen I'd go with 40 watt and run a branch about 4 inches underneath it for the animal to heat up.

Then, aside from the chameleon care basics that apply to all species ( PM me with any questions) I'd just say that Kinyongia benefit from:

--More frequent watering

--Lighter vitamin supplementation

--Cooler nights

--Higher humidity

HOWEVER, with that said, they are still pretty easy. A healthy animal will survive many of its owners mistakes and still be fine.

Do you have one yet?

 

[ruru]

i would advice filling out this help forum to get all the information you need
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?
* Location - Where are you geographically located?


Current Problem - The current problem you are concerned about.

 

[frozensponge]

wow u guys really enlightened me. i just checked a few site and they said that the particular species will need a cooler room of abt 60 to low 70 and around 90% humidity at night. During the day it would be best to put them in around 70-low 80F and basking would be 85F and not exceed 90. I wonder if all I said are correct.

 

[Seeco]

Here's what I'd say -- if you are comfortable in the room then they will be comfortable too!

 

[Seeco]

You do not need 90 humidity at night. Humidity could be 50 all day and night but if you give them enough water to drink they will be fine.

 

[kinyonga]

I've always kept them the same as I do my Fischer's.

 

[Seeco]

I've always kept them the same as I do my Fischer's.

You've had Fischer's?

 

[kinyonga]

Yes...multis and vosseleri.
They are awesome little chameleons!