Veiled back spikes falling off!!

[Lennoncham]

Now that I see your set up I agree with Lennoncham, I don't think they are burns anymore. You did not mention that she was "falling a lot" in your original post. I went back and took a second look at the pics of your chams spine and those look just like my male veiled fell and injured his crest. See pics below. Your cham most likely hit her spine on something on her way down while falling. that would explain why the tips are not burnt but it looks like something got under her spine and ripped a bit of it up. I think an impact could make those types of wounds.

I might be the guy Lennoncham was thinking of...

Oh yes I remember that as well but there was someone else that had a Cham with the whole spine part coming off like the op's

 

[Graves923]

Also as far as the linear light goes I never heard of it ive only seen people using rhe one i have. Is there a reason thw linear one is better? Thanks foe the responses and thw advice its all much appreciated

Linear tube bulbs spread the UVB out through a wider area in the cage. This gives the cham more options to get UVB. The spiral bulbs keep the UVB rays in a small focused area so if the cham in not sitting directly under it, it will not get any UVB.

 

[Rebecca2006]

Did this cham ever make it?

 

[salty dog]

wowsers!!!

 

[Mrjamwin]

 

[beesttg]

Now that I see your set up I agree with Lennoncham, I don't think they are burns anymore. You did not mention that she was "falling a lot" in your original post. I went back and took a second look at the pics of your chams spine and those look just like my male veiled fell and injured his crest. See pics below. Your cham most likely hit her spine on something on her way down while falling. that would explain why the tips are not burnt but it looks like something got under her spine and ripped a bit of it up. I think an impact could make those types of wounds.

I might be the guy Lennoncham was thinking of...

Hey, my veiled chameleon has this EXACT problem right now. Already booked a vet appt but was wondering if you were for sure it was just from a fall and not some immune/internal problem. Just wanna get my bearings before dropping him off. The pictures above are identical to what I’m seeing right now.

 

[kinyonga]

@beesttg ...please start a new thread so we don't all read the old posts without realizing this is an old thread. Thanks!

Wrlcome to the forum!!

 

[beesttg]

@beesttg ...please start a new thread so we don't all read the old posts without realizing this is an old thread. Thanks!

Wrlcome to the forum!!

So sorry have no idea how to do that. Very new here haha

 

[MissSkittles]

So sorry have no idea how to do that. Very new here haha

Click on forums, go to health section and at top right, click start thread. I’d suggest copying/pasting this with your answers along with pics of your chameleon and enclosure, including lights.


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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Please Note:

1. The more details you provide the better and more accurate help you will receive.
2. Photos can be very helpful.