Veiled Chameleon (Chamaeleo calyptratus)
Description
Veiled chameleons are largely popular due to their appearance, including protruding eyes that swivel 180 degrees, attractive patterns and a large crest or "veil" on top of their heads.
- - Veiled chameleons are able to change colors based on temperature or mood. Veiled chameleons possess a sticky, spring-loaded tongue that can be launched one and a half times their own body length to capture prey
- - House adult chameleons separately and do not house different reptile species together
- - Diurnal - Awake during the day, sleep at night
- - Diet: Insectivore
- - Max Size: 24 inches
- - Lifespan: 5 years
Specifications
SKU | 253537 |
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Primary Brand | Petco |
Days to Ship | Item is not shippable |
Live Animal
Pet Max Length | 24 IN |
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Care Level | Difficult |
Pet Min Length | 5 IN |
Additional Features
Personalized Item flag | No |
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A well-balanced chameleon diet consists of a variety of live insects, including gut-loaded (recently fed) crickets, mealworms, roaches and waxworms.
Always wash your hands before and after handling your reptile and/or habitat contents to help prevent the potential spread of diseases.