Chamaeleo calyptratus

Veil Chameleon (Jv)
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Species: Chamaeleo Calyptratus Origin: This animal originates from Saudi Arabia. Size and Longevity: The Veil Chameleon is an easy one to take care of. They are easy to feed and their food is easy to obtain. They are a bit larger so they require a larger habitat to house, but they are gorgeous chameleons and their ability to change color to mimic their environment is a unique ability. They are babies so with proper care and handling they will become quite tame. They grow to be 14-20 inches in length. This lizard likes ranges in colors from yellow with bright green blotching, tan, orange, dark brown, or black. They live in moist tropical-like conditions, and love hunting for insects. These animals are also more active during the day – they are diurnal – and have been known to live 5 to 8 years in captivity. Habitat and Caging Requirements: This lizard is easy to keep because they do not require a large amount of space. They seem to do well at a temperature of around 62 to 87 degrees Fahrenheit. You can keep 1 or 2 babies in a 15 to 20 gallon tank, but as they mature they will each need a 40 to 60 gallon tank or vivarium. You can decorate the tank with wood, live plants, sand, substrate, and rocks. This species seems to do best in a tropical-like aquarium or vivarium setup with a basking area with chola wood and a water dish large enough to climb into. You’ll need to keep the water clean by changing it every other day. These animals also enjoy climbing and hanging from branches and bushes. Temperature and Lighting Requirements: You want to use low wattage bulbs for best results and to avoid overheating your pet. This could cause your pet to dehydrate. These animals seem to do well at temperatures of 62 to 87 degrees F. Keep the setup moist at all times by spraying it with a spray bottle often. It has been said that these animals do best with fluorescent lighting. Feeding and Nutrition: When it comes to feeding your pet it is no problem because they are voracious feeders and will readily eat crickets, mealworms, super worms, and other small living insects. All you have to do is put a live food item in front of it to get it to eat. These animals will not eat freeze-dried foods. Handling and Care: I know these little guys are so cute that you’re going to want to handle them all the time right? However, when you first get them it is a good idea to put them in their new home and mostly enjoy watching them as they get use to their new home. Feed them well for at least a couple of days. This is a really good idea for any new pet that you get. Then gradually start to handle them from time to time. This is called acclimatizing your animal, which cuts down stress, which in turn makes your pet happier and healthier. When you do begin handling them because these animals are babies they will become fairly tame with time. Sexing Your Animal: The male can be identified even as a hatchling in this species because they have a spur on each hind leg. Written By: Howard Stinson