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Veiled Chameleons
| Scientific name: |
Chamaeleo calyptratus |
| Distribution: |
Yemen, Southern Saudi Arabia |
| Climate: |
Arid, hot. |
| Size: |
Males 12- 19 in
Females 8- 12 in |
| Temperment: |
Shy animals |
| Hardiness: |
Very hardy |
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Special Considerations:
Chameleon are shy animals that do not enjoy handling. provide plenty of climbing areas and lots of foliage for hiding. |
| Housing: |
Large screen cages. |
| Lighting: |
UVB flourescent lighting is crucial to health of these animals. |
| Heating: |
Use ceramic or incandescent bulbs of appropriate wattage |
| Temperature: |
80- 85 degrees ambient
95- 110 degrees basking |
| Water: |
Dripping water |
| Food: |
Small to medium crickets, wax worms, butterworms |
| Calcium/ Vitamins: |
dust crickets 2x week for adults and verey other feeding for babies and juveniles |
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