what kind of bug ?

[RobertSopko]

Hello to everyone, know anybody this bug? Is this safe for chameleon to eat? Thanks

 

[SteveH]

Looks like a type of stink bug

 

[RobertSopko]

my iphone found that is Western conifer seed bug. Is that good as feed or not?

 

[Ghostbirb]

my iphone found that is Western conifer seed bug. Is that good as feed or not?

Not sure if it’s safe and I think it would be best to not feed it, as it is wild and could contain and give your chameleon parasites. Best to stick to captive breed/farmed bugs where you know their origin.

 

[Beman]

Why would you want to feed it would be the better question... There are risks to wild caught insects. You do not know what pesticide or toxin exposure they have had. You do not know if they are carrying a parasite load and if it could transfer to the chameleon. This is one of those things where risking it just is not worth it in my opinion.

 

[RobertSopko]

ok sure i am asking cause in summer he has a lot of flies and now is eating just crickets

 

[MissSkittles]

Many on line vendors sell variety packs specific to species. Sounds like that would be a fantastic option for you. Here’s just a few vendors to check. https://dubiaroaches.com/ https://www.rainbowmealworms.net/ https://www.thecritterdepot.com/
Adding some graphics that may also help on feeders and it’s just as important that you feed your feeder bugs and keep them healthy so that they are more nutritious.