Unusal Colours

Iluvlizards1234

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Hey there!
I have a 6 month old chameleon boy who may be a bit sick.
Often I see him in his cage not doing alot but basking in the sun with a very dark brown colour. I dont know what this could mean, his food? Temperature? Humidity?
Im getting pretty concerned does anyone have any thoughts?
 
Hey there!
I have a 6 month old chameleon boy who may be a bit sick.
Often I see him in his cage not doing alot but basking in the sun with a very dark brown colour. I dont know what this could mean, his food? Temperature? Humidity?
Im getting pretty concerned does anyone have any thoughts?
https://www.chameleonforums.com/threads/how-to-ask-for-help.66/ Hello can you copy this with the best answer and repast . This will be very helpful for others to help you .
 
Here is the form @Kristen Wilkins mentioned in case you just want to copy/paste real quick. Can you post pictures please? Pictures are especially important if you want more detailed help.

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.

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