Advice for new chameleon owners | What to expect when you bring a new chameleon home

[@milanethington]

I like how she dosent immediately attack people who don’t have the proper care. She redirects and gives a lot of good advice

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you for commenting on that! I try really hard to make sure people feel confident taking care of a chameleon 💚

[@milanethington]

@@NeptunetheChameleon ahhh! I’m freaking out, i am a new subscriber and I plan on getting a cameleon! I’m still on research part haven’t gotten anything until I finish research, but your channel is so freaking amazing!

[@garyhowlett1430]

You are definitely the best for giving new chameleon owners confidence to learn from mistakes and get better😊

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you so much!

[@Kitsune1989]

I have a nanny cam I use for any new reptiles or quarantined reptiles so I can still watch them without stressing them out. Because I'm a stalker when it comes to my reptiles.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Love this idea!

[@isaacbobby8571]

I guess it's kinda randomly asking but do anyone know of a good website to watch new series online ?

[@lucafelipe2347]

@Isaac Bobby flixportal :P

[@isaacbobby8571]

@Luca Felipe Thanks, I went there and it seems to work :D Appreciate it!!

[@lucafelipe2347]

@Isaac Bobby No problem :)

[@SaucyKakes]

After working with reptiles for a couple years, I finally decided to buy a baby veiled chameleon from a breeder (whom I later found out wasn't too great) I took him home and had a temporary setup for about 1 week before upgrading his enclosure to how it is now, similar to yours which he likes much better He ate from my hand from the day I got him, and continues to have no problem doing so every day. He will exit his enclosure when I leave it open to climb onto me and let me take him to chill on my microphone while I game, and hang his hand off for me to get him when he is ready to go back. Sometimes he will be sassy and pretend to threaten me when I want to feed him, but then the next minute he's trying to get back onto my hand or head. From everything I've seen, I've gotten really lucky with the behavior on my boy, Clavicus, and I hope he lives long

[@Cristian_the_fisherman]

Just a quick question I’m a new to chameleons, do you leave food in his enclosure? Or no idk if I should always have food accessible or feed him myself.

[@SaucyKakes]

@@Cristian_the_fisherman I got lucky with my boy being friendly so I feed him by hand myself daily, but if your enclosure doesn't have places for a bug to hide (leading them to sit somewhere and die and get all nasty) then it isn't explicitly a bad thing to do. If he doesn't like you enough to eat when you're near, letting a bug run around in there for a little could absolutely work

[@Cristian_the_fisherman]

@@SaucyKakes Thanks! Today, I’m going to get him, and I hope he’s friendly. I’m not expecting him to eat from my hand or a feeding bowl on day 1, but I’ll give him a week. If he’s still not eating from my hand or a feeding bowl, I’ll try your idea for bugs.

[@SaucyKakes]

@@Cristian_the_fisherman I truly wish you the best of luck friend, and don't be afraid to keep trying a while after he's decided he doesn't like the hand in case he changes his mind (mine is not a very smart boy and changes his mind alot)

[@Cristian_the_fisherman]

@@SaucyKakes I got her, she’s 3 months old and her name is olive because she’s green

[@CatholicZola]

I'm not even planning on bringing a chameleon home but this is just fascinating! What incredible little creatures!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

They really are very cool 😎

[@raythackston1960]

You are the smartest Chameleon owner I have ever seen. You are doing the right thing...and a good thing. Educate people...because too much information is never a bad thing.

[@brettdomenick]

I’ve seen a lot of chameleon communities say that your videos are not good sources of information and generally talked bad about your channel. However in my experience raising my chameleon, this video is pretty spot on. I’m not quite sure where the hate is coming from, but I’d say keep up the work and hopefully people learn to be kinder. The online chameleon community can be overall pretty nasty. While I get there’s a lot you can do wrong with care it seems as though they are always looking to just yell at you.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

A lot of those communities are very strict and rigid on the care advice they offer and support. Whereas I tend to take a more of an approach that accepts the idea that there is more than 1 way to successfully keep a chameleon. I appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos and form your own opinions. At the end of the day, I’m just out here trying to help people have healthy chameleons :)

[@igtoyne8778]

Just brought mine home with over 6 hours of driving. He seems to be enjoying the new hiding places now! Im so happy I found your channel

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Welcome aboard! Good luck with your chameleon!

[@markgerick3063]

Very informative and helpful to anyone thinking about raising a chameleon. They are a creature that requires proper handling, nutrition, and environment. Any major change can cause them to go from healthy to sick within a few days. My daughter showed up one day with him for my birthday about 3 years ago. I was definitely not prepared for a male baby Veiled Chameleon. After wondering if he was gonna make it more than 3 times during our first 2 years together, and the thousands of dollars spent on live insects, fruits, veggies, supplies, & habitat materials... you begin to understand how fragile they really are. Freds now a big, beautiful, cone-headed boy that loves soaking up the afternoon rays of sunshine in a window. It took us a couple of years to figure each other out. Patience & care are a must. 🙂

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you for sharing your experience and insights!

[@chrishangdon7686]

This was so helpful as I am getting my chameleon tomorrow!! Cant wait!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Congrats!

[@eyeland4933]

Did you get it

[@jacobvorderlandwehr6292]

Good for you yay

[@Croissant-h7l]

Thanks a lot I have a new for Christmas. You really help me. He is starting to get used to me but every time I try to pet him he screams but I know it’s normal and thank you a lot for saying these things they really help me train my chameleon.😄

[@teslamartin3089]

I just got a chameleon about 2 hours ago, thank you!!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Good luck!!

[@White_Kyubi1213]

Within the first two minutes of this video all my worries disappeared thank you so much

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Happy to help!

[@juancegarra7683]

I got a chameleon for my son for Christmas he really wanted (don’t worry I’m taking care of it)I been watching your videos for weeks and learned a lot just wanted to thank you so much

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You are very welcome! Congrats on the new chameleon :)

[@juancegarra7683]

Can I ask you a quick question my chameleon is in the living room and I turn the lights off on his cage at night. But sometimes lights stay on in the living room while we hang out and maybe watch a movie I’m worried that noise and light my bother him.Can I cover him ? And is noise something that bothers him a lot? Thank you in advance

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

@@juancegarra7683 The sounds shouldn’t bother them. I watch TV at night in the room my chams are in and they’re fine. Just depends how bright your TV is and how close your cages are.

[@CatholicZola]

I love their little grabby hands 😍

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Right?!! So cute!

[@kingcape8078]

This video saved my chameleons life thank you🦎🙌

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You’re welcome 💚

[@amytouss]

You have been an AMAZING help! I am so thankful for all of your tips, advice, and education videos. 💚🦎🌱

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Happy to help! 🤗

[@marthasauer3889]

I got Zion today and he's a 6 months old veiled chameleon. He's my first chameleon so I've been doing a lot of research for months now. He's eaten some crickets and seems happy so far. Your videos have helped out a lot so thanks so much!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Love the name!! You are very welcome :) Make sure you check out my top 5 videos for new keepers if you haven’t already: kzbin.info/aero/PLBkCuo7YecLbG_MB7ogFmcoWP2GUXDIGJ

[@marthasauer3889]

@@NeptunetheChameleon I've watched them all at least twice!

[@leafwitheyes2473]

Congratulations on 20k subs! You deserve it! Def a positive impact on people just starting out

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you for such a sweet comment!

[@SleepyBubbles-ko5fp]

Thanks to you that now i have so many knowledge about chameleons and how to take care of them , really thanks

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

That’s so awesome!! You’re very welcome!

[@tinykqi._.7798]

Man I went to PetSmart a few days ago to get crickets for my beardie, first time ever I saw a veiled chameleon and it was ADORABLE, it tried to climb my finger through the glass, so social, if I had the money I’d have him right now but now I’m going on a chameleon kick

[@blumoshi166]

I literally got one from pet smart fell in love with the look of him I named him ghost he is so awesome I’m making him a fortress lol he is is so chill !

[@tinykqi._.7798]

@@blumoshi166 😭😭😭 I just want all of the animals

[@pugings2771]

I got a chameleon for my birthday and I really felt overwhelmed by everything to do with it, ur videos help so much

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Happy Birthday 🥳🎈

[@s4turnlover]

could you do a video on how to take a chameleon to the vets? How to set up a travel enclosure and how to keep them calm on a long car journey? Love the vids xx

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I’m planning on it the next time I take any of my chams to the vet :)

[@eyeland4933]

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[@jjjackalope]

@@eyeland4933 The power of Patreon

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

@@eyeland4933 It’s because the video was premiered. Making the comment section available prior to the video going live :) I don’t currently have a Patreon.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

@@jjjackalope I don’t have a Patreon 😅

[@SpontaneousSketches]

I'm researching chameleons, because I've been wanting one for several months now. When you were talking about chameleon urates, it reminded me of how bird poop works (I have a cockatiel), and it's good to know there's at least something very small in common with my two favorite pets, if that makes sense lol.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Totally makes sense! I wonder if there are other commonalities 🤔

[@maravalle8831]

Thanks!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You’re welcome!

[@ema_angel2195]

I got my chameleon two days ago, ive been planning in getting on for a while. His name is Divinchi, i really find these videos usefull

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Congrats on the new chameleon!

[@deanbothwell6992]

Yes my 6 year old son wants a Chamaeleon and that means I have to know everything about it and be prepared it’s all on me to teach him and raise this Chamaeleon in a harmonious relationship with a boy who will want to be inpatient. Kind of make me tired just thinking about it. If we’re going to do it has to be right, perfect, or not at all. BTW your blue tongue complements your hair color it’s all art. Thanks…don’t wish me luck luck is for people that have no idea what they’re doing. Ha.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Sounds like you’re doing the work to set yourself up for success!

[@hendogontop]

I woke up today went to say good morning and turn on the light and he was gone I started to panic the looked to see where he got out then saw he was just sitting by his plant looking at me also he’s light colours and I got him on the 24th

[@I_am_BiG_Al]

I had the shock of my life when I woke up and couldn't find him the next day when he was there right infront of my eyes all along

[@bunnytail1370]

Hahahaha! Peek a BOO!

[@hermionesvillage]

This reminds me of a chameleon pokemon, Sobble. Sobble is a very timid lizard pokemon. Definitely like a real life chameleon.

[@Fluffypotatoes4]

I just got my chameleon ind I'm happy to say he is eating (I've only had him for two days and I'm glad to know that he is actually eating)

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

That’s great!

[@athenkosiklaas]

I caught a cameleon and it was so stressed it turned black when i got home.I feed it oats and flies i caught, watched your videos now its light cream and sleeping its so fun when it sleeps.

[@MidwestJotunn]

This is video was so wondering to watch. I just spontaneously bought a Veiled Chameleon as a birthday present for myself. Looking forward to watch more videos and learning everything I can to properly care for it.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Glad it was helpful! Good luck with your new chameleon :)

[@Kokkoro_]

Hi! Just wanted to let you know my chameleon Kona is so happy with her new enclosure and all of her plants (I actually just picked up a few more that I will put in the next time I deep clean) but all of your videos worked so well! I still haven’t been successful in handling but that’s ok she’s beautiful to look at :)

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I love hearing success stories! Glad she is doing so well 💚

[@annalies_animals]

This was awesome! The premiere was so fun :) And I love all your chameleons they’re so cute! 🥰

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you! Glad you like it 🤗

[@bryaunahagar6715]

I love your videos as they are helping me a lot at the moment. I just got a rainbow jackson chameleon and was afraid of doing something wrong at some point. So thank you for the great videos:)

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You are so welcome!!

[@Billiemsmbbu]

I’ve recently just got a brand new chameleon baby,this helps a lot!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Glad to heat that! Congrats on the new chameleon :)

[@Billiemsmbbu]

Ty

[@christaletidwell]

I lost my chameleon once.... Thats the amount of plants in have in her cage... I searched and searched started moving vines.. FYI she was hanging on a vine right at the door looking at me like I was stupid 😂😂😂

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

That's definitely happened to me before!

[@bunnytail1370]

That is so funny!

[@bunnytail1370]

That is so funny!

[@leafwitheyes2473]

Congrats on 20k subs

[@faithseales1271]

My chamelon was a gutz on day one. I cup feed and hand feed

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

That’s awesome 👏🏻👏🏻 Great way to build trust.

[@tylerdakota6182]

Just got 2 chameleons today love your videos have learned a lot from them thank you

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Happy to help!

[@daltondixon7517]

I have a very odd veiled chameleon according to all the research I've done but then again it had to live through some odd times... I had some experience with keeping poison dart frogs, tarantulas and crabs in the past and always dreamed of having a chameleon but I never expected it in this way. A coworker had mentioned they had a chameleon for a year that they found on a barbed wire fence in the middle of summer in Texas and they had kept it in a glass enclosure and fed it grass hoppers for a year straight. They said they had been hand feeding and using a dropper to get it to drink. They gave it to me expect I can bring it a good home and back to health and I immediately did in 3 days. But it's personality isn't like any other chameleon I've researched or seen from friends house. It's not shy at all, begs to be out of his net enclosure to crawl all around me every time it sees me. It destroys dubia roach's almost instantly from some pretty gnarly distances, and after I started this new weekly coloring supplement it has absolutely beautiful teal green base with a dark red stripping down the middle of him. I still wonder how he found his way on that barbed wire fence..

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

It's not uncommon for chameleons to go missing or to end up in someone's backyard. Sounds like it is finally being taken care of correctly! Good luck with your new cham :)

[@Danniedorito]

My 7 yr old veiled preferred the cup for many years then eventually I made a container with the mesh on the back for the insects to climb. The container is big enough he can get in it half way if he wants which he does he loves to stick his head and arms in his feeder box. When he had just the cup he'd just stick his entire head in it lol. The one thing that made me nervous when I started was how they drink. I honestly thought my buddy was choking until I googled it 😂 totally normal

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jaimeperalta3331]

Awesome video. It’d be great if later on you could make individual videos in each topic expanded. Since there’s a lot to say and it’d be good for the views. I just found you as a reptile KZbinr and I really like the footage you provide and the way you speak. Keep it up. I hope your channel grows more.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thanks for the suggestion. I actually already have videos about most of these topics :) You can find the links in the description box of this video or check them out on my channel.

[@ellieluvseveryone9109]

I love your videos they are so helpful

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Glad you like them!

[@stephanieinocencio7075]

Thanks for the info cause I was worried about my new chameleon

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Good luck! Be sure to check out my other videos for any questions you might have.

[@heidistokka8535]

This video was incredibly helpful. Thank you

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You're so welcome!

[@diannenaworensky6698]

Your Parson is soooooo cute

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you ☺️☺️

[@mrfishman2u]

Love the video. Just discovered your channel and since I'm wanting to get a panther one of these days, you have a new subscriber.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@elizahahah]

ive been trying to find luna in that short clip for 2 months

[@AndrewFloodMoore]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE reptiles and amphibians and my parents might get me a chameleon and my babysitter says I have to do research on chameleons before I get one.👍🏼😁

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You're in the right place!

[@moniquelynwone8228]

Great video and great information💥 Thank you🤗🥳

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You’re welcome!!

[@dperez99]

This helped so much. Thanks a lot!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Glad to hear it!

[@ashleedianekrieling4277]

Your videos are so helpful!!! Thank you🙏🖤

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You’re welcome 💚

[@csdanny]

This was so helpful for me thank you! :) im getting a chameleon hopefully tomorrow! Thank you so much:D

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Good luck!! Glad it helped :)

[@csdanny]

@@NeptunetheChameleon i actually got a chameleon today because its my biethday. His name is fred:)

[@matthewardon6697]

Thank you so much for all these tips that you give us keep up the good work!!!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You are so welcome!

[@prodbrintxn]

I just got a female veiled chameleon. the person we bought it from didn’t do basically anything you reccomended in your videos so now im trying to backtrack on what the previous owner did.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Best of luck with your new little girl 💚 I have videos on egg laying and a veiled chameleon care guide that should be helpful!

[@89burni]

you are so cool. I want a chameleon now.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you 😎😎

[@obay_h2821]

thanks a lot for your tips

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You’re welcome!

[@emilybarton1776]

I got so lucky with my little guy. The day after I brought him home I fed him a cricket out of my hand and he took it. That’s the only way he eats now LOL

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Love to hear that!

[@Shoesy]

My Chameleon regularly come out onto my hand on his own accord later on in the evening and closes his eyes completely relaxed...so I think it's important to stress that whilst although it can be a bad sign... it isn't always the case.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Closed eyes are always a bad sign unless it’s night time.

[@Shoesy]

@@NeptunetheChameleon Its usually around 9pm

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

@@Shoesy I wouldn’t recommend handling your chameleon that late at night. Let him get settled and sleep inside his enclosure :)

[@Shoesy]

@@NeptunetheChameleon I give him the option to come out, I do not readily chase after or encourage him out, it's the only time of day he willingly comes to say hi... I have spent plenty of time looking for studies in zoology journals that readily support these theories but unfortunately I'm turning up dry.

[@tifaniotano4687]

I just discovered you and your videos! Thanks for all the helpful videos!! ❤❤

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Yay! You are very welcome! 💚

[@kekepaniapayne5614]

Another awesome video!! You keep topping yourself😘 And love the blue tongue 💙😂Can’t wait for the next one! Speaking of that, I was wondering if you may be doing another live stream soon & do you announce it beforehand somewhere?! Would love to catch one of those one day! Thanks as always!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you for the kind words 💚 Sometimes I just randomly decide to do a live stream, but when I do plan them in advance, I announce them on Instagram @neptunethechameleon (I also do live streams over there) and within the KZbin Community feature. Also, when the videos go live I turn on the Premiere feature which allows me to chat with you guys live as the video is showing for the first time. That usually happens on Saturdays.

[@gracieorourke5732]

Hey I know I’m a year late but I just wanted to know what type of chameleon that first one was? I LOVE the red eyelids with the white and dark green,

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

That’s Neptune! He’s a male Ambilobe panther chameleon.

[@gracieorourke5732]

@@NeptunetheChameleon OH lol thanks so much

[@jayreacts930]

I have a question can I Cover my chameleon with like a blanket or something like that

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Why are you wanting to do that?

[@jayreacts930]

@@NeptunetheChameleon I’m nine and I mean when it’s sleeping can I cover the cage with a planet because he’s in my living room so I don’t know if it will bother her

[@jayreacts930]

Blanket not planet

[@zenex2403]

@@jayreacts930 actually yes you can do that just make sure the uvb and heat lamp is still hitting the cage

[@tiffiniedunn7918]

I feel if you do that for light it's okay if.you do it because they don't like humans not okay

[@paulhernandez1458]

I bought my veiled at pet*o the smallest out of the 3 the other 2 were fighting the one I got looked like he was just trying to stay out the way he’s thriving they are the only local pet store with one the other one I was looking at was full grown and hissing I almost changed my mind about getting one but I’m glad I didn’t his Tiger looking stripes are nice and I love to watch him eat !

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Good luck with your chameleon 🦎

[@kimberlycastillo3766]

I barely got my chameleon his name is ramon and its been 3 days and he climed up me and so cute and surprising because hes been mad at me since he came

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Aww how cute!

[@bluedogaquatics1189]

Great Video

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you!

[@trinitybreann2535]

I know this video is 2 years old so expecting a reply is a long shot! But I’m hoping you or someone else can settle my nerves… I just brought home my baby chameleon yesterday. not a hatchling by any means but still a baby I’m still waiting to get the hatch dates but it’s still smaller than the palm of my hand. I set up her enclosure and Al thought I do want to add many more plants she still has multiple hiding spots to choose from. Now she’s currently shedding so I think this might be the reason for her behavior but I’m not positive. I tried releasing crickets and she showed no interest so I also put a couple in a bowl and all thought she keep staring at them she isn’t eating them. She also is continuously closing her eyes for long periods of time. And I know this is a sign of a serious health issue. I’ve checked her eyes as well as I could without handling her and they seem to be totally clear of any shed, she’s not even shedding near her face so I don’t think that’s the reason for her eyes closing. She also has been in the exact same spot on her branch right under her basking spot. I got her around 5pm yesterday and it’s the next morning so I’m not sure if it’s too soon to be jumping to conclusions but I just don’t want anything to happen To her. Her humidity is around 50% during the day and higher at night and temp is right above 80 F around her basking spot (working on getting better lights as I believe it’s a little too low and 85 would be better but correct me if I’m wrong) I’m really concerned and have reached out to the place I got her from but it’s still early so I haven’t gotten a response yet. So I’m hoping I might be able to just get some more advice on anything I might be able to do to help her in the meantime

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I'd say it's too early to be jumping to conclusions but I appreciate how diligent you're being. Like the video says, it can take them time to get adjusted to their new enclosures and be comfortable eating (up to 2 weeks). You didn't say what species you have so it's hard for me to comment on the temps and humidity ranges but most female species should have a basking temp around 80F.

[@biz323]

Thank you for the info you’re funny to, myyy fault ❤❤❤

[@isabellekidd7716]

thank you so much!!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You're welcome!

[@planetearth2253]

Why do i bite my lip when I see your chameleons? Shake em’ sister! Love your hardworking vids.

[@cathyjerome1662]

Id love a cage review for my cage ! How do i do that Neptune ❤

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Awesome! neptunethechameleon.simplybook.me/v2/You can book one via this link:

[@talhugburger1014]

My chameleon ate on the first day and ate from my hand on the second day, she must of been excited to move out from pets smart!

[@acgoma6858]

I was gonna get a ch Bearded dragon but seeing your channel made me buy 2 Jackson’s chameleon and there doing good but my Jackson’s chameleon got sick because I’m buying a t8 uvb and so he’s gonna be better after

[@maryromanowski8911]

hey! I would just make sure that you go to the vet because I know if it gets sick and gets MBD (metabollic bone disease), which is common for them to get if they have the wrong light, even if its caught early on it might not be treatable. Dont mean to intrude I just want to make sure your chameleons are healthy so you and your chameleons are happy :)

[@acgoma6858]

So which light should I get them?

[@acgoma6858]

Also thank you for the advice

[@maryromanowski8911]

The best uvb light is a linear T5 5.0 uvb , I got mine from the brand reptisun. and for the basking light I reccomend 100 watt zoo med repti basking light @@acgoma6858

[@maryromanowski8911]

@@acgoma6858 you're welcome :) their are signs of sick chameleon or one that has MBD such as sunken in eyes, if they're constantly missing branches when theyre walking on them ,and when theyre legs and arms seam to be very puffy and even mushy to the touch.

[@adriana-fb2jj]

hey i just wanted to ask if the bugs make any noises? and thank you so much for this video💚

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Crickets definitely make noise! The other bugs don't.

[@alyssaclinton8904]

this video is so full of useful information but i was wondering if you had any tips on introducing new foods to the chameleon, he’s a rescue and he will eat greens and crickets but not worms

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I'd check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZKmlnyhhqpkntk

[@theemmaedit]

Hi there!! Thank you so much for your amazing videos, they have saved me but more importantly probably saved my chameleon! I have a few questions but here is some info on him first: He’s a male veiled chameleon. I got him from PetSmart and he is 9 grams. I assume somewhere between 3-4 months old? 1. I feed him 3 crickets or small dubia roaches in the AM and the same in the PM. Do I only need to coat the food once a day with calcium? Or both AM and PM? 2. Is it okay to give him calcium 6 days a week? Or less? (On the 7th day I alternate C plus D or Multi) 3. He’s very skiddish and shy. Puffing up and changing color anytime we get near him. I just feel awful and don’t want him to think we are a threat. He’s also digging in his dirt. So strange. Is this normal?? Thank you in advance!!

[@mariana9803]

I have a question on black crickets the only reptile store open had black crickets. I usually get brown ones but that was my only option so I bought them but they scare me and I’ve been reading and I’m not sure if I should feed them anymore

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I don't feed my chams crickets so I'm afraid I won't be much help.

[@IdkNewYears]

Im planning on getting a chameleon finally and I’ve been watching your videos for about 2 years and im wondering on how you put a chameleon in a tank like do you place the box in there and wait for them to crawl out or do you handle them to put them in your tank?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Most people open the container they come in and hold them quickly to help transfer them into the new enclosure.

[@bogman340]

Hello, I had a question. This might be dumb but do you have to make a hole in the top of the enclosure to put the humidifier tube or dripper tube in? Sorry if this is dumb lol! I have the 2×2×4 reptibreeze enclosure

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

No you don't. Just have it drip into the enclosure. I make my own drippers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gouYdHhpjdNlb6s

[@bogman340]

What about humidifier?

[@bogman340]

Is that the same also?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Humidifiers help increase the overall humidity. Drippers provide water on the leaves to drink from.

[@bogman340]

I know but how would you put the tube connected to the humidifier inside the enclosure? I have a humidifier with a tube, and would the humidifier go outside with the tube going in? How would this be done? Sorry if this is confusing! :)

[@No--0--Spin]

You are the best! I think I watched nearly every video you have. I have a question...Voila..you have a video about it. I am like 75% there with my 2

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Glad I can help! Thanks for taking the initiative to look to see if I have a video about the topic you’re curious about. There’s still plenty more topics I’d like to make videos for 😅

[@No--0--Spin]

@@NeptunetheChameleon One on keeping things sanitary in the cage and the bottom of the cage. Maybe bioactive setup? They lay big stinky spicy meatballs to deal with. Even the baby. Any way :) Going to go change the red and purple bulbs based on your recommendations :) 6k white 75W bulbs now!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

@@No--0--Spin I actually have one about that already: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKGkg5-FbNykf6M 😏 Good call switching out your lights.

[@jsusjsiwka3183]

What cage size would you recommend for a species that only gets 8-10 inches, I apparently am getting a niche species and I can’t much information on cage sizes for smaller chameleons. Also I love the reviewing subscribers enclosures videos. Will you do another soon?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Which species? I do offer enclosure reviews via paid video calls with me which can be booked here: neptunethechameleon.simplybook.me/v2/

[@davidtibbitts4009]

How do you deal with time change? Like when the clocks go back and forward.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I just adjust my light timers.

[@makaylayoung2912]

How do you get the plants the hang in the cage?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnibmomkbdmHb9k

[@dustiestspade339]

Mine does a thing where she tries to catch food three times then she will walk up and scoop it

[@dustiestspade339]

I got clover to eventually eat out of my hand and baited her out, now she defends me from my mom and sisters. I got her because my mom wanted a pet to play with and they got bored of it

[@evankenison588]

Will plants you put in the chameleon cage grow off of UVB and Heat bulbs only? I don't have windows in the room I want to put them in.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Depends on the plant. Some plants do better than others in a chameleon enclosure. I use the Arcadia Jungle Dawn LED bar to help my plants grow. Here is my video on what plants to use for a chameleon enclosure: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZqucmZmmNJoY8U

[@davidjoseph753]

Just got a chameleon been following what the lady at the store said but he's brown and don't know why

[@allybolton8966]

Hi I have two chameleon s and I just bought this new enclosure for them and I would love to get your opinion on it. Love your videos

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Make sure they each have their own enclosures and can't see each other. Feel free to DM me on Instagram @neptunethechameleon if you want feedback.

[@bryceandgus3948]

can you please do a vid on a routine of all 3 of your chameleon? by the way i love you vids!!!

[@milaniestrada1643]

can you do a video on what type of bugs to feed them again and like add where you can buy them from?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I already have a video about what types of bugs to feed a chameleon: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3OkpGWFqJaLhJo Here are some places you can buy bugs from: www.chameleonforums.com/sponsors/ This link will give you 10% off your first order: dubiaroaches.com/?smile_referral_code=2et4o8yY&st_intent=st%3Areferrals%3Acustomer-offers%3A2et4o8yY&

[@MaureenHealyRealtor]

I know this is an old video but can you or and expirienced chameleon owner anwser some questions? 1. My chameleon is not sleeping on me but he is sometimes like blinking also is that ok? 2. Im handling he'm for a bit everyday and he seems just fine he is the same bright green with bright orange/yellow stripes that he is in the cage alone he seems just fine being handled even though i just got he'm like 3 or 4 days ago is that ok? 3. I've seen he'm drinking once and never eat but i know he has been because i put like 20-25 crickets in the cage and when i cleaned it (i let him climb around in a safe area when i did) i only saw 15.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I would avoid handling your chameleon for a few weeks to allow him time to get settled in. It’s also common for them to not eat the first few days as they get adjusted.

[@ramonchavez5735]

Wait so when it comes to the red heat bulb at night, is it okay to leave on for the chameleon to stay warm?? I was thrown off when you said they needed complete darkness so I just really wanted to make sure. Also just purchased a Jackson’s chameleon recently after years of previously have owning a veiled chameleon. Any advice or tips? Thank you! Your videos are amazing and so so helpful !

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Congrats on the new chameleon! Red heat bulbs should never be used for a chameleon. And no lights should be on at night, including any sort of heat bulb. I have other videos that go into more detail on that topic. Biggest piece of advice would be to make sure the enclosure is at up correctly and that you are using the correct supplements. Jackson’s have a different supplement schedule than veileds do.

[@bloonsmax3147]

Hey! Is it possible I can email you a picture of my chameleon to make sure he is fine example: Humidity level and temperature.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Yes! You can book a video call with me through this link: neptunethechameleon.simplybook.me/v2/

[@hollyhodge26]

My chameleon ate as soon as I put it in the cage. He must be food motivated.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Congrats on the new chameleon!

[@LJ-ow2ph]

Just got my chameleon 😄

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Yayyy! Thanks for tuning in yesterday.

[@LJ-ow2ph]

Np you were a great help

[@LJ-ow2ph]

@@NeptunetheChameleon my cham has started shaking when it is still on a branch should I be worried about this?

[@TheStuntsallout4]

Can you show us how you care and house your feeder insects??

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I did for superworms: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWeVkoieqtRqo8k

[@TheStuntsallout4]

@@NeptunetheChameleon thank you !!

[@miabecerra4220]

So no lights at night? I did happen to pick mine up at petco and plan to take the best possible care of him. When I got him I was told to switch the day time light with the nighttime bulb and continue to keep the heating lamp on. My question would be at night should I turn everything off to allow his sleep cycle to begin? Please help:)

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Correct!! All lights should be off at night. You can learn more about heat bulbs in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXi6nIGsgbl8icksi=dKLJE7jd_bXoYZ0T

[@miabecerra4220]

@@NeptunetheChameleon thank you! We have been watching you none stop since we got our little guy and appreciate all the useful info to help keep him happy and healthy. We bought a cage upgrade and the correct lights, a fogging system, plants a ceramic heater and basically everything else you recommended. We struggle getting the temperature higher in the day even with the use of the heat emitter but are working on solutions for that currently. To help we used a shower curtain to help with humidity as well and we were hoping that closing the door to his room would be enough to keep the ac out but we concluded to just leave it off. Anyway thank you so much!

[@Sierrafroman13]

In regard to crickets, do you leave them jump around the cage? I don’t seem them being able to stay in a cup!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Most keepers use feeder runs for their crickets.

[@brightangelz15]

Hey! I commented on TikTok but copying here so it gets seen by someone who can help…our 4 month old chameleon we’ve had for about a week went from mint green to gray and spotty starting last night. We did just add real plants and started feeding him more variety in his diet (all based on your recommendations). I’m wondering if he’s either too hot or cold. We leave the lamp on 12 on/12 hours off and keep a heater in the room to maintain about 77 degrees. I will say I purchased the chameleon kit before finding these videos and we plan to upgrade asap. Any thoughts on this color change? He seems normal otherwise….thank u!!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Hello! Have you seen this video yet: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZfOgGCraqloh80 It also might be a good idea to book a video call with me to review your care and enclosure: neptunethechameleon.simplybook.me/v2/

[@whitetrssh1000]

You are gorgeous!