Can you keep chameleons in glass tanks??? | Chameleon Keeping 101 PT. 1

[@daniellehalula5096]

I basically left every chameleon group on FB because they kept calling my vivarium a death trap for being glass. Thank you for posting this

[@MikeTytula]

Ya unfortunately the loudest voices are mostly ill informed. There is a couple great chameleon groups on facebook, one of which is ran by Bill Strand, who is a proponent of the solid side enclosures.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Screen enclosures are cheap, easily accessible, and there's plenty of info on how to successfully keep a chameleon in a screen enclosure -- but I agree that's not to say you can't also be successful using a properly set up glass enclosure. It's all about finding what works for you. My apartment has an ambient level of 60% humidity, so glass isn't a smart move for me because the humidity levels would be too high in a glass enclosure for the species of chameleons I keep. The biggest issues I see when people use glass enclosures are that they use ReptiBark or other less than ideal substrates that aren't bioactive, they are way too small for the species of chameleon they are keeping, and the temps are too hot. The two biggest benefits IMO for glass enclosures are that they help keep in heat and humidity which is great for dry and cool climates like Colorado and the UK but not great for other keepers who live in climates similar to mine. Again, have to find what works for your environment. Bring on more chameleon videos :)

[@MikeTytula]

You said it, It's about doing the proper research to decide which make of tank is best for you. Blanket statements suggesting screen tanks are the only way to go is dangerous and irresponsible on the behalf of the party suggesting that. Thanks for tunning in!

[@daydreamersdmmiller3064]

I just rescued a veiled chameleon here in Colorado. He is currently in a 55-gallon long terrarium. I appreciate both of you twos content as I research what I want Gizmo's forever home to become. With his current setup, the humidity runs about 50% and gets up to 100% after I spray. Which I currently do two to four times a day. I think he was slightly dehydrated when I got him because he has been sheading now for two weeks. He has signs of MBD in his tail. So, I do think the shallow enclosure will be a good choice for a shot period while I give him calcium, UVB light, and get his weight increased. I am a new chameleon keeper but have several rescued babies. 4 bearded dragons, 2 geckos, 2 green iguanas, 1 tegu, and 1 black-chested spiny-tailed iguana.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

​@@daydreamersdmmiller3064 I would suggest misting 2x a day and aiming for your humidity levels to be around 30-40%. Older chameleons take longer to shed and will shed in pieces -- this is not an indicator of dehydration. Dehydration is determined by the color of their urates. Please check out my video on how to water a chameleon to learn more: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpzXhKRpo79snZY I would also strongly suggest not using the shallow enclosure and get him set up with a 24"x24"x48" enclosure ASAP. Reason for this is, is it will allow you to have the correct UVB gradients, temps, and humidity levels. There's no real benefit to having him in a smaller enclosure unless he is having a hard time holding on to branches and is falling. Here is my video on how to properly set up a chameleon enclosure: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGOrXomrl6umaaM Best thing you can do for his health is make sure his care is perfect and give him time.

[@blanquito8999]

Where I’m at screen enclosures are expensive af tanks are cheaper

[@HorseWithSnakeLegs]

@@daydreamersdmmiller3064 I also live in Colorado and it was impossible for me to keep humidity levels up with a screen cage and my house being 19-29% ambient humidity. Now he's in a 65 gallon "aquarium" I do have a small controllable fan circulate and dispose stale tank air and it's been working for a while

[@tamijinks462]

I have a veiled chameleon in an octagon glass tank with screen top., the humidity and temperature is steady and my baby is thriving and has done great.❤

[@MikeTytula]

That is great to hear! How big is the tank? Typically the octagon tanks are too small for subadults. As long as you got that planned out, sounds like you are off to a great start.

[@trenthobson2756]

Great work, Mike, I used to keep my veild in a screen cage. I got sorta fed up with the problem of finding out how to not get water everywhere but still keep the humidity up. I ended up just converting it into a hybrid enclosure, and it works so much better, but still doesn't hold the humidity the way I would like. It still works, but if I could go back in time and make myself just get a big glass enclosure (with proper ventilation) I would definitely choose that. Great work on this, I'm glad you found a balance to keep yourself and your lizards happy.

[@MikeTytula]

Absolutely Trent! The glass or hybrid is the best in most scenarios

[@X161King]

Try keeping the heat up in nyc around winter time. My building gives heat for 20 minutes a day lmao. Glass is the way to go sometimes. 🤘

[@MikeTytula]

Exactly!

[@billthomas7486]

What humidity do carpet chameleon need and could I keep them with dart frogs

[@MikeTytula]

Definitely wouldn't recommend keeping them with dart frogs. they need it high, but they need a lot of ventilation as well.

[@jimnegrete9026]

The greatest reptile channel on KZbin

[@MikeTytula]

haha thanks Jim, much appreciated

[@michaellu4086]

Glass is definitely best for keeping humidity. As a rare plant collector, I can tell you that I keep A LOT of terrariums for my rare plants because many of them need SOOOOOO much humidity.

[@MikeTytula]

Agreed! Glass is the bomb for that kind of thing

[@PeteHawkins]

As I always say. Its definitely do'able. Whether its mesh, wood, glass, whatever, all will just require a tweaking of setup parameters to maximise benefit of the said setups. Great video, Mike.

[@MikeTytula]

If only everyone understood that haha! Thanks for the kind words Pete!

[@joeyspijkers9867]

I just use a big second hand cabinet that I got for €5, replaced the doors with sliding glass doors and made big ventilation holes covered in screen. Much easier to keep it humid than it would be in screen. My veiled does great in it.

[@MikeTytula]

Right on! That's awesome!

[@geckocommando7194]

I did something very similar with a old Sony speaker case

[@char7508]

this really helped me bc i was thinking about getting a screen cage but researched and found out that where i live glass cages would be better

[@MikeTytula]

Glad hear!

[@goose502]

Great points Mike. One thing to add...glass ENCLOSURES are excellent choices where as glass aquariums are not. Most new keepers become confused when discussing glass.

[@MikeTytula]

True I suppose I didn't mention glass aquariums, but I only mentioned Exoterras so hopefully people aren't too confused.

[@WendyPyatt]

Hi! We have a panther chameleon in a screened cage currently. 16x30. We have mister water going everywhere and it’s hard to control humidity and we want to move him to a glass cage per this video! We have a glass cage that is 18x24. Would this works for him? We want to move him asap this weekend but wanted to make sure it won’t be too short for him.

[@MikeTytula]

It’s much too small of an enclosure for a panther. Maybe would work for a month or two for a baby. I would recommend checking out dragonstrand enclosures. They give you a similar effect to glass but being much larger.

[@elisewest6524]

I have an Oustalet Chameleon and have him in a screen enclosure and enclosed it with plastic .I don't know if that's ok ? Oustalet Chameleon are from Madagascar and need Humidity but not hot and humid more cool .So should I move him into a solid enclosure instead?

[@MikeTytula]

If he is doing well, then sounds like you are doing a good job, if not, then you might want to consider switching.

[@robertlilley4637]

I have a 45 x45 x61 eco-terra glass viv and I am looking to get a panther chameleon how would I do the substrate and fit drainage to it also what would be the best way to deal with the humidity would I use a mister or a dripper cheers

[@MikeTytula]

That tank size is way too small for a panther. I would definitely wait on getting the chameleon until you have a larger tank for it. As for the drainage, I would drill a hole in the tank to allow for easy drainage.

[@elizabethdickson3767]

My daughter has a veiled cameleon for 6 months we use a glass terrarium with mesh top and side I live in UK so for all reasons you give I cant use screen enclosure. Will be interested to watch more feeds about how to keep cameleon in glass enclosure as its clearly scientifically different deom what you would do to achieve the same results using

[@MikeTytula]

Ya The chameleon academy has a few episodes of his podcast about keeping them in glass enclosures.

[@tinaditrius5697]

So i have a veiled chameleon i confiscated from my ex boyfriend who didn't provide proper care. Now the poor thing has some pretty severe mbd. I am trying to be sure I am caring for him right. He is unable to climb, like at all. So I'm guessing he doesn't need height? Or can he regain his climbing ability with proper care? I have gotten him uvb lights, calcium and vitamins to dust his crickets in. Also, substrate? What should we put on the floor? Id appreciate any suggestions!!

[@MikeTytula]

Has he been to a vet? Because they will give it some injectable calcium which should help him a bit. Make sure you have proper lighting and calcium supplementation in his diet.

[@victorvanderwant3955]

Great video! I agree with everything you said. I’ve had great succes with glass enclosures and chameleons. Love your channel!!!

[@MikeTytula]

Thanks Victor, glad others have found success. What species do you have?

[@victorvanderwant3955]

Mike Tytula I have some panthers and jacksons.

[@heroicvi1ain]

Love the videos man! Quick misting question. In an 18x18 is it more efficient to run a single duel nozzle or 2 single nozzles T'd off the main further up for a mistking?

[@meowpurrr]

2 will provide more spray of water providing more drinking spots and more surface area for it to be evaporated and increase the humidity, so I'd go with dual

[@MikeTytula]

I'd probably do the dual nozzle, I will be upgrading mine to dual nozzles as well.

[@teopizzuti8098]

What size of cage should you buy for a young adult panther chameleon?

[@MikeTytula]

For any age of panther I’d recommend no less than 2x2x4 feet, bigger is always better though

[@CarrieJones-dr1un]

I have my Jackson in a old glass deli case that I made into a bioactive aquarium. I am fighting knats though. How do I get rid of them?

[@MikeTytula]

If you can find mosquito pellets, or dunks, you can water the soil with those and that will eliminate the gnats.

[@blaze82199]

Nice video Mike. I'm about to get a juvenile Panther Chameleon and was thinking of going with a 30"x30"x48" screen built enclosure. I do have a 18x24x36 Exo Terra. Would work for a juvenile and maybe even an adult. Live in Florida where humidity is high during summer but the humidity in my house is about 53% Thank you for any advice.

[@MikeTytula]

The minimum I'd do for a panther in a solid sided enclosure is 36x18x36 exo terra. There is also the option for bigger.

[@meowpurrr]

If I waterproof a vivarium (Google reptilife viv that's british Viv's) could I keep a chameleon in that?

[@MikeTytula]

Considering none of them are the correct size for most chameleons I would say no.

[@matthewduboise6684]

You rock Mike. Great job with just speaking off the cuff because it shows you care and believe in your words. With my business we often have to talk about the importance of ventilation versus a enclosure is just wide open or not open at all. I am hoping with my glass enclosure I am building for my panther that I will be able to have the ability to use some simple physics and allow air to move from the bottom and exhaust out through the top to help manage humidity levels. I love your point about with using glass you now can separate the outside world from the inside. Keep up the good work.

[@MikeTytula]

Thanks Matt! There is a a huge difference between open air and enclosed tanks, I wish more people understood it.

[@kevinpoe8137]

Brooksia are definitely a bucket list species for me, too bad they’re hardly ever available

[@MikeTytula]

In Canada they are available pretty frequently. Granted they would be WC

[@kathleenfulton9464]

Is there a reason that the glass is “foggy” looking on the sides? I watched your video, but didn’t hear a particular reason. How did you hang the sticks? Also, what plants do you recommend? I recently rescued a panther chameleon, and want to make sure it’s taken care of. It came in a glass enclosure. Probably not large enough, but I want to make it comfortable for the mean time.

[@MikeTytula]

I applied window fogging to prevent them from seeing each other. Check out my bioactive chameleon enclosure video and most of those will be answered :) or shoot me a message on IG

[@GoldieLake]

So if I got a hybrid enclosure for a chameleon do I have to have a drainage system

[@MikeTytula]

I would highly recommend having some drainage, but it will depend on your misting schedule and species hydration requirements.

[@apanpradith]

Have you ever built an enclosure from scratch using acrylic/glass sheets? Need to upgrade my veiled’s enclosure soon & am plotting building materials. Have seen some 2x4 acrylic sheets at lowes and was wondering if I’d be able to silicone those together (with obvious screen ventilation added in & other modifications). If not, would I be able to do a wood enclosure with a swinging screen door on the front?

[@MikeTytula]

The tanks that were in the video were custom built by myself. Swinging glass for a large tank doesn't work, sliding glass would be the better option. Just make sure you seal the wood, and create enough ventillation for a chameleon.

[@apanpradith]

Mike Tytula how difficult was building those tanks in the video? I have built a few monitor enclosures before so I am familiar with that whole woodworking process but would like to try something new. Have always fancied glass setups

[@MikeTytula]

The glass is actually pretty easy

[@idk2289]

what species of chameleon are they?

[@MikeTytula]

I say it in the video.

[@adrianforro]

Cold

[@allysontl3401]

Do you think this reasoning would be the same for abronias? They need a lot of ventilation with hot spot in mid 70s and high humidity .

[@MikeTytula]

Very similar, yes!

[@Tater4200]

my dad worked for binswangger for a very long time. he still has allot of friends that work there and own their own glass companies. so luckily i can go and make my own glass enclosure as big as i want. i think ill go this weekend and see what i can make. might make a video on it

[@MikeTytula]

OH that would be really cool!

[@marcgould8922]

I m confused your other veiled chameleon video you say you must use reptibreeze cage

[@MikeTytula]

Hence why I mention that opinions and beliefs change.

[@marcgould8922]

Great videos keep um coming

[@ScarletCandlelight]

I have the other proplem I live on the coast Florida USA and the heat and humidity can be extream.

[@MikeTytula]

you dont have ac or anything? If that's the case then yes heat would definitely be an issue, high humidity is a good thing haha

[@ScarletCandlelight]

@@MikeTytula yes and no it's not relly relyibul.

[@jochyoutdated]

So I currently have a screen cage for my veiled chameleon, but it's getting to be wintertime and my house gets dry/cold. What size/kind of glass terrarium would you recommend so I could properly regulate humidity and temperature for my chameleon?

[@MikeTytula]

Hopefully as big as possible! Minimum 36x18x36

[@jochyoutdated]

@@MikeTytula OK, TY!!

[@besthobbies8664]

I’m getting a chameleon and I’m not getting a screen enclosure thanks man

[@MikeTytula]

Wicked!

[@adaofromdiscord]

do you have any videos of how to set up a glass tank for a veiled chameleon

[@MikeTytula]

Check out Bill Strand at the chameleonacademy.com

[@nielsbiemond1368]

are these guys adults or still juvenile? love to see the little guy climbing around in the background!

[@MikeTytula]

These are sub adults, very close to adults

[@VaYaMaSo]

Are you planning on making a video on how you make your enclosure. I'm really interested to know what materials you use and the process.

[@MikeTytula]

There’s videos on KZbin already, but yes I do plan on it.

[@dominicolazzara2853]

Hoping to get a 4 month old veiled soon. Gonna set up a fully bio active terrarium before had. (Living plants, isopods, springtales) and all the necessary UVB, heat lighting and misting/droppers. But was going to do so I’m a EXO-terra 36w X 18d X 36h. Ik there is a lot of controversy on size. Do you feel this is large enough for an adult veil? Once he fully grows into the terrarium

[@MikeTytula]

It really depends on how you setup the tank. It's on the smaller side for the veileds, but if setup properly can work! Please check out this link for more information: chameleonacademy.com/setting-up-a-chameleon-cage/

[@dominicolazzara2853]

Thank you. I’ve actually been debating on a veiled or panther. And might go with the slightly smaller panther chameleon in order to avoid any sort of cramped terrarium. Your videos rlly help me get a good idea of what I wanna do!

[@MikeTytula]

Pathers aren't all that much smaller that a veiled. If you get a female they remain smaller

[@maineventxp6692]

I’m wanting to buy my first chameleon and make a paludarium I’ve read that chameleons are better in their own cage but I was curious if I could keep a couple small fish snails and shrimp at the bottom of the tank with a ground and tree area for the chameleon?

[@MikeTytula]

I never recommend keeping chameleons in paludarium style enclosures, unless it is a massive enclosure!

[@maineventxp6692]

@@MikeTytula i decided to go with a crested gecko since im a beginner but maybe you could answer this quick question ive had my gecko for 2 days now and ive made him a bowl of the gecko fruit powder that you mix with water and ill sit it in his enclosure but it doesnt seem like hes been eating any of it should i be worried?

[@MikeTytula]

@@maineventxp6692 It needs time to settle into his surroundings. My advice would be to allow him to do so, don't handle it don't interact with it more than misting for the first couple weeks, or until it's eating reliably.

[@austinh7700]

Great vid, looking to get my first vailed chameleon, this helped out so much!

[@MikeTytula]

Glad that helped! If you have questions feel free to ask

[@chess0990]

What species of chemelian is in the beginning of your video?? It's gorgeous

[@MikeTytula]

It's a species of dwarf chameleon

[@DebraJoyW]

Thank you so much for recognizing that our home environments need consideration! My 4 month old veiled is doing fine in his toasty 18x36x36 top cover is screen. I made trellises for the sides so Clyde can wander and will make it bioactive soon. I use a small fan on top facing the room just to provide ventilation bc there are small dots of mildew growing on the wood trellises. Is that a sign I'm doing something wrong?

[@MikeTytula]

Not necessarily, just because there might be mold on some wood doesn't mean that the tank as a whole has too little ventillation.

[@makaylaking423]

What would you recommend for someone who lives in Tennessee and keeps their home between 66-70 degrees? I’m not sure about the humidity in my home

[@MikeTytula]

I'd figure out what the humidity is, but I would suggest a hybrid, or glass tank.

[@ryanolynick30]

Hi i i just had a dream idk if its safe lol i know cheaper but when you do a bio active and do spray foam and silicone what if you put the coco fiber on the wet spray foam would that be safe or does the silicone "seal it " kinda thing love your vids Do you do set up for people Fron winnipeg manitoba canada lol

[@MikeTytula]

The coco on water foam looks terrible IMO. To each their own though. I can certainly make custom tanks and backgrounds for people.

[@johnsonandson7772]

screen outside in the summer with heavy mist on timer 3 x a day 5 to 10 min or more depending on outside temp the hotter it is the longer i mist, glass indoors during winter mist on timer once in the morning for 1 to 2 minutes with a heavy mist 5 minute +-( soak) once a week or every other week depending on your drainage layer saturation

[@MikeTytula]

Right on! That sounds pretty solid!

[@elleyspeacockdays]

Hey question how would you recommend I make my 75 gallon tank into a screen top I made it vertical and was wondering if I could make the top screen

[@MikeTytula]

No I wouldn't recommend something like that.

[@bobkob]

Great video , Just curious, could Pygmy, Carpet and Bradypodian Chameleons be kept in a similar plastic or pvc, cage enclosure like what Striker’s and Tig’s vivarium is ? -( I heard the three species can be housed in glass enclosures ( non full screen enclosures) including Your excellent Bradypodian videos, so I assumed if plastic cages like ABS,Pvc,Acrylic,etc. could be applicable)

[@MikeTytula]

Ya so long as there is a decent amount of ventillation they would be fine in a good sized tank

[@bobkob]

Mike Tytula Ok thanks

[@elisewest6524]

I've had Chameleons most of my life and have used both glass and mesh .I'm getting a Carpet Chameleon and have a EXO Terra glass enclosure with screen lid .Can I use it for the Carpet Chameleon?

[@MikeTytula]

How large is the exo terra?

[@elisewest6524]

@@MikeTytula 18 x18 x 24

[@MikeTytula]

I would personally go a bit larger for them, but I'm sure if you set it up properly, a carpet will live a happy life in one!

[@MF_Jah]

i have a big 30 gallon take you saying it has to be 120 gallons ?

[@MikeTytula]

For what species?

[@marcsantos272]

Hi question if you living in a tropical country and outdoor enclosure can you still do glass tank or better mesh type thanks

[@MikeTytula]

Depends where, and what the temps are

[@chubz2189]

Hey Mike, great video I agree glass does help so much with humidity I would like to one day talk to you more on chameleons and more.

[@MikeTytula]

I'm on instagram my dude haha

[@abdulilahaldubai]

Hi is 20 gallon (75.7 L) 19.1 in L x 16.6 in W X 22.4 IN H (48.5 X 42.2 X 56.9 cm Good for charmeleon ?

[@MikeTytula]

Nooo that is way too small for a chameleon

[@jereksliwinski2789]

Great video, thank you. I was able to replace the doors of an exo terra with a diy screen door which works very well in the room it’s in.

[@MikeTytula]

I’d love to see photos of that if you have Instagram! Shoot me a dm!

[@spartan8682]

Also do we have to do something to the glass so the chameleon won’t get scared of his reflection I don’t know we heard from a lot of places that they do get scared of there own reflection I want to know if it’s true or something

[@MikeTytula]

People have said that their chameleon is scared of it's reflection, I personally have not noticed it. If that is the case there are a plenty of ways to combat the reflections.

[@zingerdiesel]

Just got a Veiled Chameleon and decided to house it in an 18X18X24 glass ExoTerra that I already had. This video put me at ease.

[@MikeTytula]

The glass isnt the problem, the size of the tank is much too small for a veiled. Even if it's just a baby, it will out grow an 18x24 in a month or less. Just make sure you are already thinking about a larger enclosure.

[@TM-or6qq]

Hi I was wondering what cage you have and where can I get it

[@MikeTytula]

I custom built it. Depending where you are located I might be able to recommend a place.

[@TM-or6qq]

Sure! That would be great. I live in Denver Colorado, thank you.

[@TM-or6qq]

And I also was wondering where you put and what kinds of food do you give to your chameleon. Thanks

[@MikeTytula]

@@TM-or6qq Im not really aware of anyone in that area, but you could always get a Dragonstrand enclosure, they are well worth the price!

[@TM-or6qq]

Ok all look at Those thanks

[@amputeescangardeen5409]

I am using a 4 x 5 tv cabnet , cutting out the top for a tree screened in

[@MikeTytula]

That'll be pretty sweet!

[@lizjean4622]

I just moved to Nevada, and the humidity levels are really low here compared to California. I currently have a screen enclosure, I am misting her constantly, and I have a container of water in her enclosure. Please help me, I want the best for her

[@MikeTytula]

Best thing would be to invest in a solid side cage. www.dragonstrand.com has the highest quality chameleon caging available.

[@caelanmaeder7050]

Love in Tehema/shasta country in california and had the “zoo med” screen cage and god let me tell you waste of time and money just get a class cage so you can control the humidity my chameleon was so dry and was constantly shedding until my switch over to the class. Getting tons and tons of plants now👍🏻

[@MikeTytula]

Glad to hear that you have had success with the solid sided enclosure!

[@dsm_exotics1653]

I have a 2x2x4 from DIY cages. And love it. Looking forward to the videos

[@MikeTytula]

Right on, never heard of them before!

[@ryanolynick30]

And yes you are right it sucks from the smaller avil air supply to the bigger the exos are kool they suck air thru the door vents to top

[@MikeTytula]

They don't suck air, but their is passive air movement, yes.

[@ryanolynick30]

I cant find the way to explain it but it kinda the same thing as when you open 1 window 100% and then open a 2nd window in a diff room how you hear the air rushing in the one opend 10% but not the one opend 100% i dont know makes sence to me lol or js it just plain crazy lol idk

[@mirandakosloske5392]

I was wondering what some safe plants for chameleons?

[@MikeTytula]

Check out Bill's website! chameleonacademy.com/plants/

[@joshlloyd197]

With glass, is there any issues with the lighting and the misting creating alge type build up on the glass surface that needs cleaning?

[@MikeTytula]

If you have the proper setup with them, none of that should be an issue.

[@EpisodeOli]

i live in rhode island.. would that be a good place to put a screen enclosure or a glass one

[@MikeTytula]

Do you use heat and AC?

[@EpisodeOli]

@@MikeTytula no heat or ac

[@stonedboris2715]

i had a screen cage.. Then my cam gets sick vet sugested a glass one i bought him the biggist glass one and damn he is doing much better temps and humidety are much better to regulate . keep in mind the glass also need some airflow strips i bought the screen for nothing and that whas dumb advise from youtube this one good advice!

[@MikeTytula]

Thanks! Glad things worked out for you! Chameleon care is much more nuanced than people make it out to be.

[@AverytheCubanAmerican]

Love that Cape dwarf chameleon, so cute and cool

[@MikeTytula]

They are really awesome little dudes!

[@vallero7607]

I'm looking into getting a Juvenile Veil Chameleon, Can I use a 5.5 gallon tank for now....?..

[@MikeTytula]

Noooooo! Please do not purchase one if that is all you have for it

[@GameOverMoon]

Thank you for this Mike 👍🏾

[@MikeTytula]

DAng subbed for 5 years! Thanks for watching man

[@littlefrogyboy1]

Do you plan to breed the cape dwarf chameleons? Have never been able to find any in Canada :(

[@MikeTytula]

That is indeed the plan. there is a girl in Quebec who produced some of them

[@mikemoors1864]

I loved your terrariums, shop and animals......!!!!! Good job and information.

[@MikeTytula]

Thanks Miguel!

[@clayman00713]

I've heard they don't like the glass due to their reflection? I guess it causes stress? is that something you need to worry about

[@MikeTytula]

I have never actually seen a chameleon get stressed at their reflection. If they did, reflections are based on lights. If you move the light, you will change the angle of the reflection which would likely solve any problems.

[@johnrod1]

Is there any species of frog i can put in my terrarium with my panther chameleon??

[@MikeTytula]

None that I would recommend

[@williamjohnson6961]

do you keep the front glass off at all times?

[@MikeTytula]

No lol

[@rowenshad53]

I live in AZ. Ambient humidity being often in the teens, sometimes less, glass enclosure has helped me greatly with humidity. Sometimes I catch him posturing to his own reflection. Anyone got tips to help with this?

[@MikeTytula]

I feel like there might be something else, unless the glass is perfectly clean there is likely not enough of a reflection

[@spartan8682]

This really helped me because I’m soon getting my first vailed chameleon we already have a glass enclosure and we we were scared that we will have to go buy a screen enclosure too

[@MikeTytula]

Just make sure you have a proper setup, and you should be okay. Ensure you have a large enough tank as well.

[@limericky8548]

Man, I bought a $200 glass tank because there was a damn picture of a chameleon on it. Screen enclosures are cheaper but I really don't want my tank to go to waste. Watching this made me feel better. I didn't realize until after I bought a veiled chameleon that they're really not great for novice reptile owners so I'm trying to read and watch as much as I can. I bought one of those all-in-one kits and realized afterwards that it really isn't.

[@limericky8548]

Water is something else I'm trying to get right. I'm looking at here tall fountains with some fake foliage in it but need to do more research. For right now I'm misting the tank myself but my humidity isn't going up at all I think. Also, the bottom of my tank is this kind of coconut dirt? I've read that that kind of stuff isn't so good since they may accidentally eat some when nabbing a bug. I feel like it'll also absorb the excess water and get funky pretty quick.

[@MikeTytula]

Just keep in mind, that a veiled will out grow a smaller 18x18x24 tank in only a month or two out of the egg. That's why you want to make the drainage layer. It allows all that excess water to drain out and not make the substrate layer go anaerobic.

[@ferswildlife2862]

Can you make a video of your favourite plants?

[@MikeTytula]

Eventually I will yes.

[@mk-rd5fz]

I'm in the UK so I have to have a glass tank cause its to cold

[@MikeTytula]

Exactly haha

[@Tater4200]

meh. mines about 4 years old and he's thrived in his glass tank. im about to add a bioactive substrate also. to keep the ammonia down

[@MikeTytula]

Cool! Glad to hear he's doing well!

[@haydenssportsnetwork8689]

Yeah thanks for the Imformation Mike my brother needed this video for him 👌

[@MikeTytula]

Glad you he could use it :)

[@pewpewcat7679]

Hahaha. The intro was fabulous

[@MikeTytula]

Glad you enjoyed! I thought it was kinda cheeky haha

[@benreynolds7587]

Totally agree!

[@MikeTytula]

Awesome! Glad to hear!

[@ashgray2800]

thanks man really needed this

[@MikeTytula]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@mikemoors1864]

Saludos desde México......!!!!!

[@josephdrake4799]

Very helpful, thankyou

[@MikeTytula]

Thanks for watching!

[@beauburesh7312]

I keep mine in a glass enclosure because he got stressed in a screen one

[@MikeTytula]

exactly

[@LuvvvvCJ]

Great video 🙏

[@MikeTytula]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed!

[@emilymgunderson]

notifications on :)

[@MikeTytula]

Thanks for watching Emily!

[@MrPurepecha87]

I heard glass was bad because eventually your chameleon thinks it’s being attacked through its reflection and can die quicker

[@MikeTytula]

Nah, in most cases that’s not the case. Sure sometimes the night see themselves in the reflection and think it’s another chameleon but that’s on the keeper to adjust lighting and such to avoid those reflections.

[@MrPurepecha87]

Wow I totally missed your comment a year later but yes I agree with your set up, I’ve actually switched to Glass enclosure I use a DIY fog system that was only $8 and a mason jar with two drilled holes, it’s actually half Buried in dirt so it flows perfectly

[@layne2112]

Great video. In my case I have a veiled chameleon from a feral population in California were it has adapted to the 60% humidity which is what my room stays at, so I use a screen enclosure with burlap on the sides to hold extra humidity

[@MikeTytula]

Right on!

[@bangembanzz3288]

Right i stay in L.A so screen will probably be good for me my veiled is a baby right now so she is in a glass medium size janurey im upgrading

[@deanwaines3621]

So can chameleons be kept in glass? Yes. If you highly modify them. Which makes them a hybrid cage? Therefore not technically a glass enclosure?

[@MikeTytula]

You don’t really need to modify them

[@ezekielking882]

omg you should like make those tanks and sell them i would buy them so fast

[@MikeTytula]

I’m think I will start :)

[@lindasreef]

I have long wondered why humid loving animal was kept in a mesh enclosure, especially in countries with cold winters. Surely to maintain humidity would result in mould in the house in winter. I'm a frogger but entered the hobby wanting a chameleon but the mesh cage thing put me off. Another great video Mike!

[@MikeTytula]

Ya for many environments (like where I live) rooms stay at like 20-30% which wouldn't work for chameleons. But we live in a world with so much misinformation from all different angles, that it's difficult to convince people that glass is often better than screen (depending on the circumstances). But someone will go to some pet store and they are just told that chameleons need screen blah blah blah haha

[@itchykev6948]

Matty Matheson* but for reptiles

[@MikeTytula]

hahah no idea who what is

[@itchykev6948]

@@MikeTytula he’s a super endearing Canadian tattooed chef who yells a lot and you two have a very similar voice (minus the yelling)

[@MikeTytula]

I'll have to look him up haha!

[@EmberMcLain23]

Lucky I don’t have any air conditioning in my house and my room stays at 70 to 80 degrees

[@MikeTytula]

How’s the humidity though?

[@EmberMcLain23]

@@MikeTytula pretty high I can’t even sleep in my room witch Is ware all my reptiles including my Yemen chameleon I end up sweating within five minutes of being in the room

[@MikeTytula]

Well that's probably a good thing haha`

[@johnschweiger1079]

Personally I wouldn't

[@MikeTytula]

Any reasons why?