http://lllreptile.com/store/catalog/animals/chameleons/-/weidersheimi-chameleons/ what would you guys think about one of these chameleons? i remember reading thought that they require more care and are tougher to acclimate.
veiled chameleon tank
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Brad Ramsey
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The enclosure you linked to is the exact dimensions I keep my female veiled in.
I would recommend the 24x24x48 though if you're thinking of getting a male.
I would not recommend the "peacock" chameleon.
It is a much more advanced animal , and (as you mentioned) acclimating it will be difficult.
-Brad
I would recommend the 24x24x48 though if you're thinking of getting a male.
I would not recommend the "peacock" chameleon.
It is a much more advanced animal , and (as you mentioned) acclimating it will be difficult.
-Brad
BocaJan
New Member
I have screened habitats from LLLReptile and they are great. I have my male in a 24"x24"x48" (2x2x4) and he loves it. He travels from top to bottom a couple times a day, has a basking spot and an attached tray that I made that I put his cup on for feeding. He likes to cup feed 'cause he's lazy. LOL He isn't friendly when other people put their hand into the cage and he fires up, but he will let me do about anything. I guess he knows better than bitting the hand that feeds him. He absolutely HATES a glove and will bite my glove if I put my hand in one. I tried just putting a glove over a branch and he and the glove went at it until the glove fell off the branch.
After he settled down I put my hand in the cage and stroked him, then picked him up and brought him out. No problem, he didn't even fire up.
After he settled down I put my hand in the cage and stroked him, then picked him up and brought him out. No problem, he didn't even fire up.
i may now buy a jacksons with that enclosure. im thinking that there would be an ample amount of room for one solitary male in that size cage because they rarely grow over a foot and this has 3 feet of height. also since the screen is aluminum is it safe? i have heard in some instances that the aluminum will cut off the chameleons toenails.
Brad Ramsey
Retired Moderator
A Jackson's chameleon is a little bit more of a challenge to take care of.
They are a montane species with cooler temperature and higher humidity requirements.
Check out this site for more information:
http://www.geocities.com/chamjacksonii/
-Brad
this may be better because i live in a cooler state and my house is often very cool. i was originally going to buy one of these when i purchased the pygmies but the tank wasnt appropriate for them to live in. they seem to be a hardier species than most and they dont seem as aggressive as the veileds.
BocaJan
New Member
I have to ask, are you looking for a pet to play with and handle or something that you can look at and awe over? Chameleons are not really "pets" per se. None of them really enjoy being handled a lot. Most only tolerate husbandry and feeding from humans. I have a real concern that your only doing this for some kind of need for a pet.
You have received some excellent communications from our most knowledgeable on this forum but you don't seem to be listening. Seems more like you want what you want and thats it!
You have received some excellent communications from our most knowledgeable on this forum but you don't seem to be listening. Seems more like you want what you want and thats it!
no not at all. thats insulting. im not some kid who saw a chameleon in the pet store and said "woweeee!!! whats that mommy i want one!!!!" i am listening to them and im probably going to buy a screen enclosure with a fountain and everything to ensure the chameleons comfort. if i dont then i wont buy a chameleon. i have said this a few times now. i dont want to cause the animal to suffer out of selfishness. if i want a pet to handle id buy a crested gecko.
kenya
Avid Member
That is good- you can find nice cresties at your local reptile expos for very little- $25 and up. If you are going to use your aquarium, I would suggest putting it up on its side so that it is tall and using a screen front so that there is some ventilation. Cresties also really like live plants to hide in. I also suggest using Repashy food: http://www.pangeareptile.com/products.htm#superfoods
Get the complete diet mix- it will last you ages, too.
Also, if you are ever considering a chameleon again, do not get a fountain as you said you would. They are horrible and are just a massive bacteria swamp for crickets to drown in, chams to poop in, and they cause sickness very quickly. There is no way to keep them clean and bacteria free.
CammieNLeno
New Member
In my opinion you have made the correct choice. Perhaps re-visit your idea in a few years.
sandrachameleon
Chameleon Enthusiast
Enjoy the crested gecko ! Ive never met a Gecko that wanted to bite me (Ive met several chameleons who did!)
that's a kewl picture of the chameleon - but I know nothing about Jacksons
that's a kewl picture of the chameleon - but I know nothing about Jacksons
merumontanus
Avid Member
That's a photo from DK's Rainforest book... and a highly saturated one at that. The animal would most likely not look as "vibrant" as it does in this photo... just look at the branches. Great shot, though...
danielle609
Established Member
Crested ceckos are very cool aswell! I personally know the owner of pangeareptile.com and he has some cool cresties and gargoyle geckos. I personally love the dalmation cresties...I had a pair named pongo and perty. Good luck with them, let us know if/when you get them!
wheresstimpy
New Member
ohh, i just read the post above... well if your still on the fence here is what i had to say, lol, sorry:
For the size tank you have, i would get a boa, i have two panther chameleons and a red tail boa, and the boas are really fun to play with (as often as you want!) fun to feed(sorry mice...) and would do really well in a big glass tank like you have, unlike the chameleons which are much more expensive(think total cost, not just the purchase of the animal), WAY more work, will not work in the glass tank, and not as easy to play with as they are more of art pieces than play pets. Being a collage student myself, i would advise that you really do much more research into the LARGE amount of work that chameleons require. They are the most amazing creatures i have ever seen, and i have had them on and off throughout my entire life, but it comes at a cost, and you really need to be aware of that before you make a decision. Good luck to you with whatever you decide to do.
