Old vs. new ways to keep a chameleon

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[@lindad1195]

I had Jackson’s chams 25 years ago but they only lived for about one year. There was very little info about keeping them back then and we just didn’t know enough! I’ve had my Jackson’s I have now for over two years and he’s healthy and doing great! Thanks for your very informative videos!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

So happy to hear he’s doing great!

[@john75470]

​@NeptunetheChameleon what do you with chemleon that's passed away ?

[@jdogfunk100]

Question assumptions! Well done. One that I would like to add is the shape of the enclosure. I find my chameleon walks more side to side than up and down. A square enclose can work, or even a rectangular one is it's big enough. An added advantage is that UVB is more available, not just the sweet spot.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Yes great callout! I definitely think chams prefer to climb side-to-side at a diagonal versus up and down.

[@mollycblaeser]

For even larger enclosures, I've seen a lot of success with birdcages. I have a 6ft tall birdcage for their summertime outdoor enclosure.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

There can be success with bird cages but they also come with additional risk and extra considerations. Bird cages let in more UVB than traditional screen enclosures when using a UVB bulb indoors which could be problematic depending on what bulb is being used. And with outdoor keeping the larger gaps in a bird enclosure could allow for bugs/critters to get inside your chameleon enclosure.

[@john75470]

​@NeptunetheChameleon hi my beautiful female vaild chemleon passed away just the other day she way 4 years and a month old. Was wondering how long do chemleon live up to . I'm really sad I miss her so much

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

@@john75470 So sorry for your loss :( Average life expectancy for most species is 5-7 years. Sometimes the females are closer to 4-6 years since they lay eggs which can be hard on their bodies.

[@john75470]

@@NeptunetheChameleon thank you. Its been very rough cause I was trying everything in my power to keep her going she did have eggs but no mate. Just miss her so much now only have her enclosure and it's empty and 😢

[@mckaylalloyd1560]

You might already have a video on this but can you make a video on an emergency kit for your chameleons. Like in case of power outage or injury?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I have that video on my list of videos to make!

[@Tactical1944]

I hate the word “moist” but I also recognize the lack of alternatives! Thanks for the video :)

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Ha! Maybe I should say "damp" instead 😂

[@Tactical1944]

@@NeptunetheChameleon no no no this is in no way a critique just being silly and teasing! Use whatever words best fit :)

[@user-mr1sx2pw2t]

I really freaked out many times after I got a chameleon in November - I had tried to be ready but it turned out there is a lot of crap out there about chamelon care (as you very well know). I had to adjust a lot and buy new stuff, hopefully now things are OK and I'm only improving. BUT I was really upset that for instance pet shops give bad advice - partly some of this old methods, but I think partly only because they just don't care to look up the correct ways. It still makes me sad. Luckily I have now good sources of information (including you). Last comment - she is so calm on your arm! My girl does sometimes walk on me, but she is always going somewhere, using me just as a stepping stone or a bridge 😂

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Luna has always been so chill! Cristifer Parson's are awesome like that :)

[@cathyjerome1662]

Everything evolves ! ❤ I love your channel . ❤️ my guy is doing awesome thanks to you ! 😊 been I week so far ! Eating and 💩 no problems. I don't use mealworms not even my sugar gliders or hedgehog gets any . There are no benefits of meal worms nutritionally, so no need for them there no need .

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you so much 💚 Glad to hear your cham is settling in nicely.

[@nickgunn3418]

Great video, love the channel. Keep up the great work.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you!!

[@יהודהפוזיילוב]

What is mbd 😢😢😢

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Metabolic bone disease. chameleonacademy.com/chameleon-medical-metabolic-bone-disease

[@bigbiscuits3885]

Where did you find your feeding dish ? Been looking all over and cant seem to find them. Also love your channel, you have helped me make many decisions for my cage setup and much more!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

PetSmart sells the bigger ones and the smaller ones can be found on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B004LOEJQW?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzclari071-20&creativeASIN=B004LOEJQW&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.3O75E57RVWGRY&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_qv_asin

[@bigbiscuits3885]

@@NeptunetheChameleon thank you !

[@Stwinky]

I’m pretty curious what we’ll look back on in 5-10 years and think it was crazy that was standard. I’m guessing you’re right, enclosure size recommendations will get larger for all reptiles

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Yes it’s exiting to think about!

[@haydenmample8541]

Thanks so much for your videos they help so much! I keep a humidifier going on all the time in my chameleon's enclosure. I see how it constantly being wet can be bad. I might just water heavier in the morning and in the evening too. But I was told to keep it what a humidity of 40-60. I barely can maintain it in the low 40s so I have been kept regular misting every four hours and the humidifier. Iv got a panther cham.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I'd suggest watching this video on tips for raising the humidity: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX_LiKKZrst9d9E

[@haydenmample8541]

@@NeptunetheChameleon Thank you!

[@richardkelley8153]

Unrelated to the video, but I have a question about live plants. I'm referring to the " Exotic Angel plant, and the "Bird nest wig Fern".. Thankyou for your help

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

What is your question?

[@richardkelley8153]

@@NeptunetheChameleon Would these be safe to put into my Chameleons terrarium. I'm making a larger enclosure for him. And wanted to go with all live plants... ANGEL PLANT, AND THE WIG FERB.. could you recommend some safe plants for me. Thankyou, sorry about the unfinished message.

[@NadineCreationss]

How do you keep your plants from not drowning from the dripper😭 I would assume the easy answer would be to not put the dripper right above the plant but I have a sand bin for my girl. It’s probably one of my biggest struggles

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I only use my dripper for 2-3 hours every few days so the plants have plenty of time to dry out. And I rotate the position I put my dripper.

[@NadineCreationss]

@@NeptunetheChameleon I love that thank you!!

[@gcole002]

Ive got a new veiled chameleon that isnt eating by itself adn its my first chameleon, any video i should check out to get it to doing better? I give it meal worms but crickets eem hard for it to catch

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Congrats on the new chameleon! I’d check out these two video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHqohKucr6uho8U & kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZKmlnyhhqpkntk

[@gcole002]

@NeptunetheChameleon thank you! One thing I realized is that I need to cover his cage at night to help with Pure darkness, as well as the water/misting, I think you're videos will help a lot!! Tysm!!!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

@@gcole002 Good luck!

[@susanpantoja1503]

How do u fog and what do u fog with? What machine?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I don't personally fog since my nighttime humidity is high enough just by misting. Here is my product recommendation list including foggers: linktr.ee/NeptuneTheChameleon

[@KumKum17360]

I just got a new chameleon looking for tips on how to take care of it

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

What kind did you get? Here is my video on advice for new keepers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHqohKucr6uho8U

[@KumKum17360]

I got a veiled chameleon, it’s a male and it’s around 2-3 months old😊

[@LeeCooper-ix2vr]

Hi your videos are great I have just bought a chameleon and I have tried to set his cage up as good as I can set up includes uvb t5 5.0 a 75 what heat bulb a misting system on a 12 hour timer I would like to send you a picture so you can look at my setup and offer any suggestions ideas on any improvements if possible do you have a email or WhatsApp or something I could send a picture to you any suggestions would be appreciated thank you Lee from the uk

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Hello!! The best way for me to review your enclosure and provide custom, personalized advice would be to book a video call with me! Here is the link: neptunethechameleon.simplybook.me/v2/

[@sober9582]

I just changed my chameleon to a bigger enclosure more taller more natural like... And hes not eating like he was before... In fact he hasnt ate at all for like 3 days... And everytime i go to see him he hides from me. What can i do to make him eat And feel comfortable around me again

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

It usually takes chameleons up to two weeks to get adjusted to a new enclosure -- I'd give him space and time.

[@sober9582]

@@NeptunetheChameleon thank you so much 🙏🏼

[@Kitsune1989]

I really hate the full mesh enclosures. Four reasons. 1) where i live glass is just more stable and reliable for temps/humidity. Mesh would be near impossible for many of the reptile species i keep. 2) a fully mesh enclosure does not allow me to go full planted bioactive pycho jungle without having to drain into a bucket then empty the bucket and hope you dont spring a leak anywhere... 3) i find them dangerous. Three of my current chams will come right up to the door and push against it to be let out onto the jungle wall or just to hang. An adult panther is fully capable of pushing the mesh door until it bulges outward enough to get a foot or a tail in the gap. In fact one of my jerks thinks its funny to undo the latch by pushing out, getting his tail wrapped around the latch from the top while theres a gap and climbing up. This has resulted in his tail getting stuck once that i know about, thankfully to no lasting damage. I knew one girl whos chameleon degloved part of their hand after pushing against the door and getting it through the small gap when it was a baby. The baby struggled being trapped and ended up hurting itself badly. At least with glass the latch is secure at the bottom and being less flexible wont bulge weirdly like hard plastic/cheap metal framed mesh does. 4) again, injury. I find that a lot of time between growing up stages a young chameleon will climb the mesh walls and sometimes get a claw stuck. This can lead to a ripped out claw or injured foot if they struggle hard enough. 5) Another reason. The bigger species of chameleon like the parsons or the mellers can actually push hard enough against the mesh that it seperates from the frame over time, giving escape opportunities. Especially if they're a screen climber the weight of bigger species alone will put stress on the way the mesh is held in place by the frame. I found that out as my malagasy giant was eagerly trying to get out during meal time and the whole mesh door just ripped at the top and started to rip down the sides. He could very well have escaped outside given his size (and corresponding reach) and the window being open due to circulation and it being summer if i hadlt been there. He was also a screen climber and would push his whole side agaist the door when shedding. I had tought i was being clever getting around the space issue by combining mesh enclosures to make one bigger one but apparently not.

[@memememe1406]

Chameleon eyes are closed

[@memememe1406]

What is the cure

[@memememe1406]

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[@NeptunetheChameleon]

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[@memememe1406]

Tank you