Chameleon habitat is an important thing to consider when you are thinking about buying a chameleon for a pet. Everything you need to know is in this article.

Chameleon Habitat - Health

1. Inoculations:

   Chameleons do not require inoculations.

2. Vet Visits:

   Try to find a veterinarian who either specializes in reptiles, or has had some experience in treating them. It is recommended that all animals have at least one visit annually to maintain their health.

3. Feeding:

   Chameleons are insectivorous, and do very well with a regular diet of crickets. However, you should vary the diet with some other insects such as moths and grasshoppers, as well as meal worms.

4. Grooming:

   There are no grooming issues with chameleons. The only bathing they need is sun-bathing!

5. Pet Proofing Your Home:

   If you have other pets in your home, be sure that there is a lid on the chameleon's cage so that dogs, cats, or other animals cannot get access.

6. Environment:

   Chameleons need a variance in temperatures in their enclosure, as well as humidity and good air quality. Plants, branches, and lighting can be used to create these temperature variances.

7. Exercise:

   Chameleons get plenty of exercise through climbing in their habitat.

Chameleon Habitat - Temperament

1. Pet Temperament:

   Many chameleons do not like to be held and will become aggressive.

2. Pet Socialization:

   If you try hand feeding the chameleon, it will become accustomed to you, and it may eventually be easier to pick it up.

3. Playing With Your Pet:

   Since chameleons do not usually enjoy human contact, because of this, there are not many ways to play with a chameleon.

4. Behavior Problems:

   There are generally very few behavior problems with chameleons.

5. Training:

   Chameleons can be trained to eat out of your hand.

Chameleon Habitat - Supplies

1. What You Need:

   A chameleon can live in an aquarium, but should eventually have a larger, screened cage for better air circulation. This will also make it easier to vary the temperature. You will also need a misting bottle and a water drip system, since chameleons do not normally drink from a dish. Another necessity is a full spectrum ultraviolet light to produce vitamin D for calcium absorption.

2. What You'll Want:

   You can be as creative as you would like with your chameleon's home, as long as you don't use any materials that can harm the animal.