The Veiled Chameleon is one of the larger chameleon species in captivity, and is easily distinguished by the tall casque rising from the head of males. The relatively straightforward housing and care requirements, impressive form and interesting behavior make the Veiled Chameleon a fascinating and rewarding chameleon species for any dedicated herpetoculturist. Although many true chameleons are demanding captives that only thrive under the care of highly experienced keepers, the Veiled Chameleon is not difficult for beginners to raise as long as guidelines regarding housing, UVB lighting and diet and dietary supplements are followed. This adaptable and hardy lizard has adjusted to a wide range of habitats and these traits contribute to it being an excellent introduction to captive chameleon care for the novice keeper. Lighting: 12 hours/day illumination by UVB emitting reptileįluorescent tube such as Zoo-Med's Repti-Sun 5.0 plus incandescent lampĬaptive Diet: Omnivorous as adult both insects (crickets, silkworms, hornworms, superworms, roaches) and plant matter (dark greens, fruits and vegetables, dandelion and hibiscus flowers, see comments below)Ĭomments: The Veiled Chameleon ( Chamaeleo calyptratus) is a fairly large and colorful chameleon species from the Arabian Peninsula. An adult male will require a 24 x 24 x 48" high cage, adult female: 18 x 18 x 36" high. Housing: A large screen enclosure designed for chameleons that is planted with Ficus, Schefflera, Pothos and has vine or branches for additional perching spots and no substrate (bare floor). Temperature: Daytime 80-90☏ with 95-110☏ basking spot nighttime drop to 70-75☏ Habits: Highly specialized arboreal lizardīehavior: Highly territorial and asocial best housed alone
Habitat: Varied: dry mountain plateaus, temperate mountain slopes, or humid coastal plains
Range: Southwestern Saudi Arabia and western Yemen (also introduced into Florida and Hawaii) © 2009-2010, Michael Jacobi and Ĭommon Name(s): Veiled or Yemen ChameleonĮxperience Level: Beginner to Intermediate
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