The Beginner’s Guide to Owning a Chameleon

Owning a Chameleon: Everything You Need to Know

As an aspiring chameleon owner, you’ve got questions. Are chameleons hard to take care of? What do they eat? Where do they live? How big do they get? How do they change colors? And perhaps the most pressing of all: Where do I start? If that sounds like you, don’t worry. You’re in the right place! Our blog offers tips, tricks, and advice to guide beginners through the basics of owning and caring for a chameleon. We’re here to help you give your captivating, colorful pet a healthy and happy life.

Brightly colored red, green, and blue chameleon on a stick

How Big Do Chameleons Get?

On average, chameleons can get between 10 and 27 inches in length, depending on many factors: species, gender, diet, and environment. Chameleons are part of the iguania suborder of lizards....

How Big Do Chameleons Get?

On average, chameleons can get between 10 and 27 inches in length, depending on many factors: species, gender, diet, and environment. Chameleons are part of the iguania suborder of lizards....

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Four white eggs on a bed of straw

Do Chameleons Lay Eggs?

If you have a female chameleon, you’re probably wondering whether or not, and at what point, she will lay eggs. Most chameleon species lay eggs, although there are some chameleon...

Do Chameleons Lay Eggs?

If you have a female chameleon, you’re probably wondering whether or not, and at what point, she will lay eggs. Most chameleon species lay eggs, although there are some chameleon...

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Owner holding a chameleon with blue, green, and red coloring

How to Take Care of a Chameleon: A Beginner’s G...

Owning a pet chameleon can be one of the most rewarding – and one of the most challenging – experiences for a reptile keeper. Chameleon care is intense, and is...

How to Take Care of a Chameleon: A Beginner’s G...

Owning a pet chameleon can be one of the most rewarding – and one of the most challenging – experiences for a reptile keeper. Chameleon care is intense, and is...

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Chameleon on the top of an enclosure

Chameleon Habitat Setup: Everything You Need fo...

When it comes to creating the ideal habitat for your pet chameleon, there’s a great deal you’ll need inside your chameleon cage. Not only will you need the chameleon cage...

Chameleon Habitat Setup: Everything You Need fo...

When it comes to creating the ideal habitat for your pet chameleon, there’s a great deal you’ll need inside your chameleon cage. Not only will you need the chameleon cage...

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Chameleon with its tongue out to eat

How Long Can a Chameleon Go Without Eating?

Unlike most other animals, reptiles like chameleons don’t need to eat daily. It’s not uncommon for adult chameleons to go two or three days without eating, even in captivity. Does...

How Long Can a Chameleon Go Without Eating?

Unlike most other animals, reptiles like chameleons don’t need to eat daily. It’s not uncommon for adult chameleons to go two or three days without eating, even in captivity. Does...

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Swimming pool - can chameleons swim

Can Chameleons Swim?

Can chameleons swim? Seems like this question should elicit a straightforward “yes” or “no” response. The truth, however, is a little more complicated than “yes” or “no” in this case....

Can Chameleons Swim?

Can chameleons swim? Seems like this question should elicit a straightforward “yes” or “no” response. The truth, however, is a little more complicated than “yes” or “no” in this case....

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A fruit and veggie stand

Can Chameleons Eat Fruit & Vegetables?

Yes. All chameleon species can eat fruits and vegetables. But before you head to your fridge to grab an apple to chop into tiny little pieces for your pet chameleon,...

Can Chameleons Eat Fruit & Vegetables?

Yes. All chameleon species can eat fruits and vegetables. But before you head to your fridge to grab an apple to chop into tiny little pieces for your pet chameleon,...

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Green spotted chameleon climbing up a tree

Where Do Chameleons Live?

Where do chameleons live? Chameleons are a diverse species of lizard that live in Africa, Madagascar, and parts of Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Depending on the species, chameleons...

Where Do Chameleons Live?

Where do chameleons live? Chameleons are a diverse species of lizard that live in Africa, Madagascar, and parts of Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Depending on the species, chameleons...

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Are Chameleons Hard to Take Care Of?

Chameleons aren’t necessarily the easiest reptile to care for, especially for a first-time reptile owner. They’re not the hardest, either, once you know the basics. If you’re interested in owning a chameleon, get started by learning about their enclosure and dietary needs. Once you have a basic understanding of the responsibilities that go along with owning a chameleon, you can decide if this color-changing creature is the right fit for you.

Chameleons Care Guide for Beginners

Owning a chameleon is a big (but awesome) responsibility. Cost, nutrition, habitat, care—it’s a lot to learn, especially for a first-time reptile owner. This blog walks you through the basics of owning a chameleon so you’re equipped to give your pet a happy, healthy life.

Here you’ll find answers to all your many questions about chameleons. Learn how to take great care of your pet so you can prevent illness, meet their dietary needs, and keep them healthy and happy.

More Questions about Owning a Chameleon?

If there is a topic we haven’t covered that you’d like us to write about, or if you have questions or comments to share, our team is always willing to help out in any way we can. Email us anytime at team@dragonsdiet.com