veiled chameleon casque

[salty dog]

I have been looking for info about the purpose and content of veiled cham casque and have not found any, I would appreciate info, thanks!!!

 

[Decadancin]

Most believe that the casque aids in hydration. It can help channel the water towards the mouth so it is easier to drink. Most likely it helps males attract females and also show dominance over other males.

 

[Decadancin]

I should clarify...

I don't think that it is used to aid in drinking. That is just what many say. I think that is just coincidence.

 

[salty dog]

Is it part of the skull? store liquid??

 

[Rontti]

I found this picture. Seems it's a part of the skull.

 

[Decadancin]

So as you can see here, it is a thin bone that is attached to the rest of the skull. It contains some fat and muscle and if a chameleon is overfed you could see this in a very thick looking casque.

Interesting from @Chris Anderson ...

https://www.chameleonforums.com/threads/casque-anatomy.92124/#post-860266

The original post...

https://www.chameleonforums.com/threads/casque-anatomy.92124/

 

[Decadancin]

So the muscles in the casque are actually part of the jaw function. Now I know why Zaphod drew blood when he accidentally mistaked my finger for a hornworm... He did have a big head!

 

[Decadancin]

 

[salty dog]

Thanks!!