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Chameleons are amazing creatures, but they aren't the best pets for everyone. Since their care requirements are quite specific and they are easily stressed, chameleons are not for the beginner herpetologist.
- Is a chameleon considered a pet?
- Do chameleons get attached to their owners?
- Are chameleons happy as pets?
- Is owning a chameleon illegal?
- Do chameleons stink?
- Does chameleon bite hurt?
- Can a chameleon bite your finger off?
- What does it mean when a chameleon curls his tail?
- How long do chameleons live as pets?
- How much is a chameleon?
- Do chameleons poop?
- What is the best chameleon for beginners?
Is a chameleon considered a pet?
Yes, chameleons make good pets, BUT a word of caution: Chameleons are difficult to maintain, and new reptile owners should NOT start with this animal.
Do chameleons get attached to their owners?
No. Reptiles don't possess the emotional centers in their brains that mammals do to allow them to bond or anything to their owners. They associate people with threat or non-threat or at the most, positive experiences.
Are chameleons happy as pets?
Are chameleons good pets? Chameleons can be good pets but they have very specific care requirements that may be challenging to learn. They are not good for people who want to physically interact with their pets as they don't enjoy being handled and are better suited as a pet to observe.
Is owning a chameleon illegal?
Answer: They are already legal. Question: If I live in California can I have a chameleon as a pet? Answer: Yes.
Do chameleons stink?
no, chameleons dont stink, but the cage can. make sure you clean and drain your water. you wont have a problem if you do that.
Does chameleon bite hurt?
A chameleons bite is painful, however, not toxic or harmful to humans. Handling can cause chameleons to have chronic low-level stress, which leads to poor health.
Can a chameleon bite your finger off?
Most chameleon species are too small to bite hard enough to feel anything more than a bit of a stinging sensation and they're unlikely to break the skin. ... They won't hurt as a result of any poison though as there are no known poisonous species of chameleon.
What does it mean when a chameleon curls his tail?
A chameleon will often curl its tail to show aggression. When a male chameleon is confronted with a rival male, they will hiss, rock their bodies, and curl their tails to show the rival they are willing and ready to fight. Chameleons will also change their colors and flatten their bodies.
How long do chameleons live as pets?
As a species, chameleons will generally live 2 to 3 years in the wild. Chameleons who live in captivity generally live longer than those who live in the wild. The life span of a captive chameleon can range between 3 and 10 years.
How much is a chameleon?
The average cost of a chameleon ranges between $30 and $300 depending on what species you buy, the age at which you buy it and where you buy it from. There are more expensive breeds than this but the cost of the three most common species kept as pets is: Veiled Chameleon – The cheapest to buy and easiest to care for.
Do chameleons poop?
Chameleons should defecate regularly. Normal chameleon stool should be dark brown to black and in a formed oval shape with a small amount of moisture. The white to yellow urates may also be seen but the feces should not be bloody, watery, or runny.
What is the best chameleon for beginners?
Veiled Chameleons: Among the types of chameleons, the veiled chameleon is the one most commonly recommended for the beginning chameleon owner as it is one that seems to adapt most readily to captive conditions.
