Chameleon Loco
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ok I know how they orginated from the wild but how was that possible I mean some of them stand out so much how did they not become a tasty treat for a predator
veiled translucent question
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Chameleon Loco
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haha I mean where they are from like in yemen or quatar
Elizadolots
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I suspect (but do not know) that it's like pigeons...people collect them from the wild and then cross breed them with like animals from other areas...so, the "disguising" characteristics get blurred.. The fact that chameleons seem to really need moisture makes that less likely, but I still have to think it's part of the equation.
Julirs
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It is a naturally occurring co-dominant trait. It was not created by man.
I am completely lost with the moisture comment??????
Chameleon Loco
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is their care any diffrent than that of a normal veiled chameleon
Julirs
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They are a Veiled Chameleon-care is exactly the same.
Brad Ramsey
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Elizadolots
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As I was postulating that the differences in color are the result of different environmental and therefore evolutionary factors, the fact that all chameleons need a lot of moisture made the "different geographies coming together" idea problematic. Most chameleons come from a pretty limited geographical realm. Despite the lovely white coloration on this pretty baby, there are not Nordic Chameleons....so, that idea is effectively debunked.
I think you are saying that it's a regressive gene. That's a gene that requires a compatible gene from the other DNA contributer to manifest.
In humans, Blue/Green/grey/anything but Brown eyes fall into that category....
Brad Ramsey
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Chameleonguy5756
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I do agree with the original post. I have seen some pretty crazy looking ones at reptile shows.
Brad Ramsey
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Many in a natural environment probably did succumb to predation.
Definitely not common in the wild, which is why they were selling for $1000. a year and a half ago.
But, the prolific nature of veileds combined with available captive animals showing this trait has resulted in many more specimens in the hobby and a drastic reduction in their value.
This happens in the trade with most animals possessing a co-dominant gene.
The lesser value does not, however, detract from their beauty. Truly fascinating and exciting.
I have hatched a clutch and every baby was a surprise ... each one emerged with different markings ... and with chameleons, that doesn't happen very often.
-Brad
