sarahlynne
New Member
I really want to breed chameleon; I've never done it before so I'm wondering what sort of chameleons i should breed. any suggestions??
what's the best type of chameleon??
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christinecollins87
New Member
I love Jackson and they give live birth so you will never have to works about then getting egg bound
carol5208
Chameleon Enthusiast
how long have you been keeping chamelelons? If you have not been keeping them for a long period of time, then you should not be consider breeding. You should first be able to keep a healthy chameleon with the right, diet, lights, supplements, etc and then maybe think about breeding later on.
sarahlynne
New Member
I've never actually had chameleons before so i was thinking if i got a girl first and if she settled in well and survived the first few months i could introduce her to a male.
Rottsko
Avid Member
I say take your time with breeding. these animals will be here when you're ready to breed. get yourself a one male or one female and see if you like them first before jumping into breeding them. if you decide that you do like them, then look into getting a mate for your chameleon. there's no need to rush. just my 2 cents...
szpond
New Member
It depends on who you ask!
I definitely recommend researching heavily before owning, let alone breeding. Breeding is a difficult process, can be stressful to you and the chameleons.
I definitely recommend reading up on certain kinds of chams, choosing a first-timer male to own (so you don't have to deal with females laying infertile eggs like they do), and later consider breeding with a female after your male reaches sexual maturity.
Psst, my first Cham was a Jackson's chameleon (xantholophus) -- I am biased that they are my favorite!
I know a lot of people start out with veiled chameleons. That was my second, a female.
Good luck and we are always here to help!
I definitely recommend researching heavily before owning, let alone breeding. Breeding is a difficult process, can be stressful to you and the chameleons.
I definitely recommend reading up on certain kinds of chams, choosing a first-timer male to own (so you don't have to deal with females laying infertile eggs like they do), and later consider breeding with a female after your male reaches sexual maturity.
Psst, my first Cham was a Jackson's chameleon (xantholophus) -- I am biased that they are my favorite!
I know a lot of people start out with veiled chameleons. That was my second, a female.
Good luck and we are always here to help!
szpond
New Member
I don't think your goal should be "survival" -- more like a happy and healthy chameleon living with you. It is a hobby, definitely not a cheap one.
sarahlynne
New Member
thanks and i have done a lot of research, and have a lot of spare time on my hands. would it be a good idea to buy a pair that have bred once before?
szpond
New Member
Like I've said, I'd start out with one male or one female that is pre-sexual maturity. If when the chameleon reaches the appropriate age and you feel you are ready, purchase one of the opposite sex.
Keeping these guys is not something that I recommend jumping into! Each chameleon would need their separate enclosure, at least two different bulbs/domes on top (UVB lighting is separate from basking bulbs), foliage, dropper systems, etc. it gets costly quickly.
sarahlynne
New Member
I've been saving up for almost half a year now so i think i'll just about manage but if you can suggest any shops with quality, long lasting products that are a reasonable price that would be great.
szpond
New Member
Great to hear! The site has some amazing sponsors that you can check out. Some of them even offer chameleon/set-up packages all in one, which is great for beginners. Good luck and again we are always here to help!
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DavidBuchan
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The OP is in the UK so site sponsors won't be much help. I would suggest researching what you need on the forum, then checking out things like ebay to buy things as cheaply as you can.......I also think you should forget breeding for now sarahlynne - I know it's great to have a long-term plan but keeping a chameleon healthy is not the easiest game in the world so it really should be years of keeping before you have the extra worry and difficulty of 30+ babies
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Psychobunny
Avid Member
I agree.
Keeping chams is expensive, time consuming, and requires the patience of a Saint.
If you have future school plans, etc. or can not devote most of your time to
their proper care, and be willing to schell out money in a hurry for vet visits, forget it!!
I have seen so many 'for sale' ads on this forum from ppl who have to sell their chams because they are heading off to school!!
That's poor planning!! think ahead before you take on the responsability
of an animals care.
If you are cool with all that, start with a male veiled or panther and raise him for a year from a baby. Than re-assess your plans
lancaster0861
New Member
I actually went with the veiled as my first cham. I have owned various other reptiles including anoles, golden geckos, leapard geckos, chinese water dragons, and even an iguana. my girlfriend actually found drake in an add with a female, the guy was wanting to sell them as a pair but would sell seperate. I thought about it and though i was excited at the chance of having a breeding pair. I ultimately decided on just the male. I am so grateful i chose on just the male now, because i literally became obsessed with my little guy and trying to keep him happy. lighting, space, heating, humidity, feeders and gut-loading all became my priority. If i noticed the smallest sign of stress i would become worried and consumed with how i was gonna make it better. I have a very healthy and colorful cham now but it requires a lot of care, time, and research. honestly i don't know if drake would be as healthy or colorful as he is now if i had gotten them both. i plan on getting a female in about six months though. i would take it slow and learn how to take care of one first.
