What substrate to use for a chameleon cage

[@zenex2403]

I’m so hyped for this ❗️ she’s helped me with my chameleon so much, and now it’s healthy thanks to her.💙

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Extaatic Aww thanks ☺️

[@jamiesanagustin3906]

I agree, same here. She's know to my family and friends as my chameleon whisperer.❤️😌☺️👍🌟

[@-tired_plant-878]

Short answer: bare bottom or completely bio active. I’m so excited! Me and my family are planning on getting our Cham this month!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Blueberry Studios So exciting!!

[@alimullet4409]

She is the best! If you have a chameleon this woman does a great job explaining everything you need to know. thank you so much your videos really do help!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you for the sweet comment 💚

[@shayshowyipee]

thank you so much for these videos:) i’ve been researching for a few weeks because i’m planning on getting a jackson’s chameleon, and this channel has helped a bunch!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

You are very welcome! Good luck with your new chameleon.

[@joeydee8902]

I simply CANNOT thank you enough for ALL of your videos!! I only wish i had stumbled upon your channel sooner, however, i am still just within my first month of chameleon ownership, so you have undoubtedly saved me HUNDREDS of dollars. . Its sad just how much false and unhelathy information there is out there for our green friends, you're truly a blessing! Thanks again!!!

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Thank you so much for the kind words and support for the channel 💚🤗

[@falsecharm2746]

You should make a video about how to attach hanging plants like boston ferns or a pothos

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I use Dragon Strand ledges and use similar techniques as the ones I talk about in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJzaqaalgayNpbM

[@falsecharm2746]

Neptune the Chameleon sorry if this offends you in any way im not meaning to qwq But let’s take dragon strand ledges out of the equation for now. How could things like floral wire hold a hanging plant on a screen, it’d just rip the screen and slowly slide down...

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

False Charm I’d attach the plants to the branches you already have in there. If you cut slits in the plastic pot, then you can run floral wire through them and around the branches. (I personally find zip ties sturdier) Then the branches are kind of acting like Dragon Ledges.

[@Tater4200]

DUDE! i just got my veiled a few days ago. and i THINK this is why his tank smells. because it has like. bark substrate down there. like 3 or 4 inches of it. i believe im going to go with the bio active.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Bioactive enclosures can be super cool! Good luck :)

[@speeddemon4584]

So would just regular dirt be ok to put in a chameleon enclosure?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

That depends on if your chameleon will try to eat the dirt. The best option would be to keep the bottom bare and just have potted live plants at the bottom.

[@ningchen1866]

Hi the Forum that you provided for Bioactive they do suggested the products that you "don't " recommended in this video, may i know who should i go for?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Which products are they suggesting that are not recommended?

[@MythKatana]

is the zilla jungle mix good for veiled chameleons?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I wouldn’t recommend using it

[@emakina08]

so which one do you recommend. you said fully bioactive without indicating which substrate to use@@NeptunetheChameleon

[@lincolnbaeumler5536]

What did you use on the back of your cage? is it paper or?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

They’re custom vinyl backgrounds from petbackdrops.com. Code NEPTUNE1 saves you 10% off your order!

[@showmanz4532]

What type of potted plants do you recommend?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZqucmZmmNJoY8U

[@UGLYNEJEHSBSJ]

Hi thank you im planning to get a chameleon this week! But i have a question do you need the drainage part can i just use soil and isopods

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Sometimes the enclosure has too much water to not have some sort of drainage system.

[@DragonFyst]

Having potted plants at the bottom seems like a good idea. I’ll try it when cleaning out the enclosure.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Hope it works out for you!

[@Kikibear]

Can you make a video on good breeders and good places where you can buy a chameleon

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Planning on it :)

[@Kikibear]

oh great! Because I’m not sure where I should get a chameleon!

[@katm6239]

We've got bioactive enclosure but still clean poops sometimes 😊

[@charlyrenae7911]

I’ve had a carpet and the misting system has soaked it and made it stink so thank you for giving me a new option! I’m wondering what do the plants do? Like if I were to not have any potted plants at the bottom would it cause issues?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

The plants catch the water from your dripper/mister. Otherwise the water will just sit at the bottom of the enclosure. I drill holes in the bottom of the enclosure with a bucket underneath to catch the water in addition to having potted live plants. My other videos show this in detail :)

[@V4mpJ]

I really need help on making bio active for the cam I’m getting

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Here is a good resource: www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/intro-to-bio-activity.2429/

[@V4mpJ]

@@NeptunetheChameleon thank you so much

[@lunacardinal2271]

Oh my gosh Gladis watched this! Was eyeing the green stuff at Walmart and the bark at pets mart 😭🥴 and they have them on display inside their homes.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

😭😢

[@carlaking1068]

Hello I’m a new veiled chameleon owner. I put natural loose coconut soil bedding in the bottom, should I remove it as soon as possible or is it ok?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I would remove it.

[@carlaking1068]

@@NeptunetheChameleon I did remove it, I put paper towels on the bottom. I enjoy watching your videos.

[@frankverney2520]

Hi can you put paper towels at the bottom

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Yes you can. Just be sure to keep them clean.

[@davidcooper729]

How do you keep your plants from getting over watered and dying from the mister or big dripper?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

David Cooper I make sure I pick plants that do well with water and position them appropriately in the cage :)

[@adriel3529]

Hey can you make a video on this what do I do if my chameleon has mouth rot thx and plz help I’m really worried

[@hvasquez13]

what dose it mean when your chameleon hangs out bottom of his cage??

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Depends how long they’re spending at the bottom. If they’re actively moving, and just down there for a bit, odds are they are exploring. If your chameleon is spending most of their time on the bottom, that can be a common sign of a sick chameleon. I should also mention that if you have a female chameleon, they will go down to the bottom to look for somewhere to lay their eggs.

[@hvasquez13]

@@NeptunetheChameleon thanks he is a jackson he’s about 1.5 years old

[@hvasquez13]

He’s also been sleeping a lot anything u recommend for vitamins? Or take him to a vet?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Sleeping during the day and hanging out at the bottom are signs of a sick chameleon. I'd make sure you have the correct UVB bulb (kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4O5m5qXgdiKpJo) and supplement schedule (kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH2yf3aNbtmGhqM). I would also suggest taking them to the vet.

[@hvasquez13]

Your awesome thanks again

[@silky6445]

I own a red bar amolibe panther chameleon and a mount meru Jackson’s chameleon and my panther Cham has started to stop eating from the food bowl. Do you have any other ways to feed there both babys

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Here is my video on different ways to feed a chameleon: kzbin.info/www/bejne/epSri52uatlkgZI

[@MrKazaam11]

I have a panther chameleon and I will upgrade his enclosure soon, and I'm thinking about building a paldarium. Do you think that's possible for him?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Ehh while the idea sounds super cool, that isn't something I would recommend. The water would not provide any sort of benefit to the chameleon, and just be a potential risk. Chameleons are not aquatic and have been known to pass away from bacteria grown from water features.

[@raficarp923]

So helpful

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Glad to hear that!

[@tobystephenson9619]

Could you tell me what brand of bioactive substrate to use (if I go for this option) please because I have seen many of them but im not to sure which one is recommended?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I would check out the blog post I mentioned in the video for those suggestions: www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/intro-to-bio-activity.2429/

[@jorgeh8325]

hi, i have been watching a lot of your videos recently and many other youtubers and websites because i am thinking of getting a vailed chameleon, im 16 and my budget is $450 at most for the enclosure i would like to have somewhat of a nice setup, i have made a list of the things I wanna buy and invest in. my question is do you think the mist king is worth it to start with? or should i just do with a spary bottle, i do spend a lot of time home and im very excited to get one of these creatures.Oh and also if you have any plat recomendations, please let me know thanks

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

I would say to just use a spray bottle to start out. The MistKing is a “nice to have” not a “have to have”.

[@galii7341]

Heyyy!!! I’m struggling to keep the temperature low :(( and is a little hot for my baby veiled chameleon. Where I live is really hot. Do you have any tips that could help me ?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Turn off your heat bulb, place ice cubes or an ice pack on top of the enclosure, and get a portable AC unit.

[@galii7341]

@@NeptunetheChameleon I will !! Thank uu

[@jacobrooney7877]

hi I just got a veiled chameleon a few weeks ago. when I got him at the Pet store he was a bright green and ever since I brought him home he has been this dark brown and dark green color. I know that means he feels threatened but I am not sure how to make him feel not threatened. Can Someone please help me.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Make sure he has enough hiding places. It should be hard to find your chameleon because there are so many plants and coverage.

[@jacobrooney7877]

@@NeptunetheChameleon Thank you so much

[@denisedelamora2893]

Well eco earth works for leopard geckos and crested geckos

[@IainHamilton]

A brilliant video as always. I use the green carpet material. I know you’re not a fan but I’ve got enough of it that I can change it out every other day. Comes in handy when you know someone in the local pet store. Really need to get more plants and stuff for my boys though.

[@bryanb8605]

Hey, I just got a baby veiled chameleon, and the breeeder told me to get a 60 watts heat bulb for him and since today morning, he's only stayed at his basking branch. the breeder told me not to get a 75 watts or 100 watts until he's older. He hasn't really moved from his spot except for when I mist the cage, or give him his food.

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Gotta give him time to settle in. Make sure your basking temps are in the low 80s.

[@shepardsforgeh2031]

I couldn't find a male in the last 6 months but was able to find a panther female which I purchased because I was sick of seeing my beautiful enclosure uninhabited! I've done my research and know females are far more problematic...I pause to laugh at this cuz its true!! But I am awhere of this and welcome the challenge. Have you any info that might help me?

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Few differences... Obviously she will need a laying bin. Here is a good resource: www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/egg-laying-and-the-laying-bin.345/ Additionally, females need lower temps and less food to help reduce clutch sizes. Keep her basking spot no hotter than 80F. And start to cut back her food around 6-8 months old.

[@shepardsforgeh2031]

Thank ypu again you are awsome ♥

[@geckocommando7194]

Short answer: paper towls

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

That’s a great option!

[@julianaibarra2749]

Yes please please please do NOT USE THAT REPTIE DIRT I lost my Jackson chameleon because of that😢 ,”I was still learning”.

[@kyrandson4494]

:)

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Ky Randson :)

[@Kikibear]

:)

[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Kikibear :)

[@chrisgeorgiou3838]

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[@NeptunetheChameleon]

Woohoo 🥳