Veiled Chameleon Help

[Seeagle]

I have a female veiled chameleon who is estimated to be around 4 months old. Recently she has shown some concerning behaviors. She has been roaming the bottom of her enclosure, and turning a dark black color for part of the past two days. I'm not sure if possibly she is wanting to lay eggs? She has been eating consistently, and appetite has even increased. She doesn't look like she has sunken eyes, nor seems dehydrated, but she has been displaying open mouth breathing occasionally. She has a drinking drip fountian, as well as a misting system set up so she can drink from live plant leaves too. The temperature had been around 90-98 degrees in the hotter spots, and 40-50% humidity. She is very active throughout the entire enclosure. She also regularly basks in her favorite spot, and the dark coloration will go away when she does so.
Just looking for advice on if this is any sign of illness, or other condition in which she needs assistance.
Thanks!

 

[Remkon]

I'm not the egg-spert on female chameleons here so only know what I've read and seen on pictures/videos....

You should add some pictures of the chameleon for reference, it will help people make a 'diagnosis'.

Typically females will show certain colors when gravid but 4 months is still pretty young to lay eggs.
She may just be exploring her enclosure, since it's cooler in the lower part she may turn a darker shade to better absorb heat while the top part of her enclosure is warmer so she will turn a lighter shade in order to not overheat (unless she's trying to absorb heat).

Better wait for others to give their 2 cents.

 

[Dave85731]

You might wanna get a laybin just in case 4 months is young but I have heard of veileds starting at 4 months never experienced it my self but it’s possible

 

[Graves923]

Please fill this form out in as much detail as possible. Include recent photos of the chameleon as well.

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.