Upside-down chameleon?

Darc

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So, I got my first chameleon a few weeks ago, and I've noticed that she really enjoys hanging upside-down on the top of her enclosure under her UVB light. Might anyone know why?
 
So, I got my first chameleon a few weeks ago, and I've noticed that she really enjoys hanging upside-down on the top of her enclosure under her UVB light. Might anyone know why?

Many juvenile chams do this. I suspect once they are full grown it is harder to hang by their feet very long so they stop. Just check that the cage screen isn't too hot right under the basking light or she could possibly burn her feet. If the bulb doesn't touch the screen itself probably OK.
 
ok so i noticed you joined april 2011. well i joined b4 you and i am still unable to blog. what is going on here? sorry its unrelated to your post, but i want to talk about my chams too
 
ok so i noticed you joined april 2011. well i joined b4 you and i am still unable to blog. what is going on here? sorry its unrelated to your post, but i want to talk about my chams too

umm??? if you mean making a thread, all members can do that even junior members...lol

go to the forums section, then click on the subject , like "general discussion", then you will see on the top, a blue button that says "create thread"

hope this helps:)
 
some chameleons will go to the uvb for heat if its not available otherwise.


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?
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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?
 
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