Keeping a Pet Panther Chameleon: What You Need to Know

[@baebealien]

I went to Petco and I experienced a Cham acting like I had never seen (mind you I have only interacted with them in petstores). He saw me and immediately came down from his branch and clawed at the wall like he wanted to be held. I found it so fascinating and I talked to the store worker and he too admitted he was the friendliest cham he ever encountered. A part of me thought he was just a rare personality and really made me want him, get him out of the cage he seemed he wanted out of so bad. Listening to this, I realize he just wants a better environment. His must not be the best but makes me want to get him out of the store even more. I feel like I really did feel his begging. I went back today and same thing. Immediately saw me watching him and came begging on the glass. The worker took him out and he immediately walked all over but did seem disinterested in me, just happy to be out. He also didn't want to go back in. I think I want to get him. Save him... even if he becomes disinterested in me I'll know he is happy in his environment.

[@ChameleonAcademy]

You are smart to realize that giving him a proper home may change his behavior! But that change in behavior when he finally feels secure will also indicate that he is happier.

[@art3803]

My man, Bill is the Cham 411 of chameleons 101.

[@geneviever9535]

Just missed you live, but it was really nice for newcomers.

[@mikeyben6144]

Love this format! I usually listen to podcasts while doing chores, but couldn't help to sit back and enjoy watching the baby cham cam. Very relaxing.

[@ChameleonAcademy]

I ended up spending way more time on editing because I got so mesmerized just watching the subtle movements

[@mikeyben6144]

@@ChameleonAcademy living art 💚

[@S_Creed]

Oh I always wondered who got Orion. Always loved him! He's so beautiful! So glad he is with you!

[@BabaBeDrippin]

How much better the world would be if chameleons gave hugs and kisses

[@MrTerrancegarcia]

Great info. I am looking forward to future casts.

[@ChameleonAcademy]

I am glad you enjoyed the episode! There will be an episode released every Thursday.

[@Buffamoe88]

Awesome video. What camera are you using for the Cham Cam?

[@garysymes3030]

Hi Bill. Great video as always. I wondered if I could ask you what kind of camera you are using for this baby Cham ? Also is it the kind that can be linked to a phone ? It seems to have the “zoom?” I’m looking for specifically for my tiny Tropicolotes steudneri. I’m also considering another for my female F pardalis. Thanx :)

[@DavidGarcia-td8du]

Bill, are outdoor chameleon enclosures safe in socal weather?

[@ChameleonAcademy]

@@DavidGarcia-td8du nothing is ever completely safe. We have birds, raccoons, opossums, rats, ants, etc… but I have had very few incidences.

[@periplanetamissionary]

Great idea for a podcast, do a parsons chameleon series next. That said, still waiting for you to get a group of true chameleons, the anoles.

[@lionfirst1969]

The most difficult is to keep the humidity high even during the day. 60/70% and night 90/100%

[@bimalkumbhar12]

Sir, why do female panther chameleon have short lifespan as compair to males?

[@ChameleonAcademy]

I don’t know that they do. Egg laying places a lot of stress on the female. It would be a more fair comparison if we looked at females that never laid eggs.

[@bimalkumbhar12]

@@ChameleonAcademy thanks sir.

[@PAPiiworthy]

Ey why does this guy look like elon musk