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Panther Chameleon Care Guide

This document provides care information for panther chameleons. It discusses their size, lifespan, diet, housing requirements, lighting, health, and signs of illness. Panther chameleons can grow up to 24 inches and live 5+ years with proper care. Their diet consists mainly of insects, and their habitat should have areas for hiding, basking, and maintain 70% humidity. UVB lighting and a temperature gradient are also important for their health. Common signs of illness include weight loss, lethargy, and abnormal skin or eyes.

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Panther Chameleon Care Guide

This document provides care information for panther chameleons. It discusses their size, lifespan, diet, housing requirements, lighting, health, and signs of illness. Panther chameleons can grow up to 24 inches and live 5+ years with proper care. Their diet consists mainly of insects, and their habitat should have areas for hiding, basking, and maintain 70% humidity. UVB lighting and a temperature gradient are also important for their health. Common signs of illness include weight loss, lethargy, and abnormal skin or eyes.

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Panther BY: AMISHI

Chameleon
How long can they
get when they are
adults?

up to 24 inches long
How long can they live?
UP TO 5+ YEARS WITH PROPER CARE
Their diet CHAPTER 1
They
are insectivore
Diet

A VARIETY OF INSECTS, INCLUDING GUT- JUVENILE CHAMELEONS MAY EAT DARK,


LOADED (RECENTLY FED) CRICKETS, LEAFY GREEN VEGETABLES SUCH AS
MEALWORMS AND WAXWORMS. COLLARD GREENS; POTHOS AND FICUS
LEAVES.
Their Housing CHAPTER 2
Habitat

Create a dense area of non-toxic plants on one side


for hiding; create a more open, exposed area of
branches for basking on the other side. When selecting
branches, consider the width compared to the size of
the chameleon's feet and their ability to grab on to
them. Maintain up to 70% humidity (depending on
species). Mist plants as needed to provide water for
your chameleons to drink, even if you have a dripper.
Temperature

Temperature gradient (100°F for the


warm end and 70°F for the cool end);
Use an incandescent light or ceramic
heater as primary heat source.
Lighting

UVB rays with full spectrum lighting for 10


to 12 hours a day is required. An
incandescent day bulb can be used for
basking area during daylight hours only;
can use a ceramic heater or nocturnal
or red incandescent at all hours.
Things to keep in mind

House adult veiled chameleons separately and do not house different reptile
species together.
Habitat
Maintenance

Thoroughly clean and disinfect the


habitat at least once a week: place
chameleon in a secure habitat; scrub
the tank and furnishings with a 3%
bleach solution; rinse thoroughly with
water, removing all traces of bleach
smell; dry the tank and furnishings
completely and add clean substrate.
Their Health CHAPTER 3
Normal Behavior

• They are tree-dwellers and reside on branches and in plants exclusively.


• Chameleons change color, depending on temperature and mood.
• Males are generally larger and more vibrant and colorful than females.
• Most chameleons become highly stressed when handled; regular handling is
not recommended.
Hygiene

Chameleons regularly shed their skin; ensure humidity of habitat is at


appropriate level to allow proper shedding. To facilitate shedding, provide a
shed box, a hide box with sphagnum moss, that will aid in the shedding
process.
Sighs of a healthy animal

ACTIVE AND CLEAR EYES BODY AND TAIL HEALTHY SKIN CLEAR NOSE EATS
ALERT ARE FILLED OUT AND VENT REGULARLY
If you see any of these unusual behavior or
look then please contact the vet.
weight loss or decreased
appetite

mucus in mouth or nose

swelling

lethargy

bumps, sores, or abrasions on


skin

labored breathing

paralysis of limbs

abnormal feces

non-rotating eye(s)

If you notice any of these signs,


contact your veterinarian.
Psttttt! Hang on there
for one more miunte!
If you don't already have a
house set up, then listen
closely!(for your pet)
appropriately sized habitat
substrate
food & water dish
plants
heat light
heat fixture
dripper
climbing décor
UVB lighting and fixture
vitamin supplement
calcium supplement
cricket keeper
cricket food
cricket quencher
thermometer
humidity gauge
book about warm climate chameleons
Thank you!
Tune in for next time!

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