Veiled Chameleon
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| Native to: |
Veiled chameleons are native to mountain regions of Yemen and Saudi Arabia. |
| Adult Size: |
Veiled chameleons grow to 14-18 inches, with 24 inches possible. |
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The veiled chameleon male has green base color, and depending on mood will range from bright lime green to dark olive. The veiled chameleon green base is marked with stripes and spots of yellow, brown and blue. Non breeding females and juveniles are generally a uniform green color with some white markings. Breeding and gravid females are a very dark green with blue and yellow spots. |
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Veiled chameleons main dietis insects, it will occasionally consume the leaves and blossoms of various plants. |
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Like all chameleons, veiled chameleons are tree dwellers, so they need branches to climb. |
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Veiled chameleons prefer to drink water that is in drops. Veiled chameleons do not always recognize standing water and may dehydrate if that is their only source. |
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Veiled chameleon females can produce up to 3 clutches of eggs a year. Each clutch may contain 20-70 eggs. The eggs usually take 6-9 months to hatch. |
Veiled Chameleon Resources
AdCham.com - serves as an international center for the sharing of information regarding old world chameleons
The Chameleon Care and Information Center (CCIC) - provides an online resource on a wide range of chameleon topics
The Chameleon's Dish - Chameleon care explained.
The Chameleon Enthusiast - provides support, guidance, and advice, to potential chameleon owners, and those who wish to learn more, and in turn, share their knowledge and insight with us.
The CHAMELEON information Network - a worldwide assemblage of people and organizations with an interest in the Family Chamaeleonidae. Our purpose is to provide a forum for sharing information about these unique creatures in order to contribute to their chances of surviving in the future
The Chameleon Journals - dedicated to sharing information about the captive husbandry of Old World Chameleons
Chameleons Online - Top resource for information about the care and maintenance of your chameleon. Featuring detailed information on over 80 different species as well as message board with over 1200 helpful, active members.
Chameleons! Online E-Zine - encourage and foster the interest, growth, knowledge, and awareness of the captive husbandry of old world chameleons for both advanced and new owners
Piedmont Farms - dedicated to serving Reptile Enthusiasts with Exotic Reptiles and Supplies.
Screameleons Chameleons - offering the best health and satisfaction guarantee in the business.
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Veiled Chameleon Resources
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