My girl keeps getting under her heat light and holding her mouth open.
Is this ok?
Her temps seems to be good
thanks
K
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holding mouth open
kandy
Jul 30, 2005 04:13 PM
Replies (3)
chamcham505
Jul 30, 2005 09:03 PM
Hey there,
Most likly, your chameleon's basking light is too close to her. How high is it positioned above her? A light too close to any chameleon can be a potential threat, and chameleons will not likly move for they have to thermoregulate. I have had to deal with chameleons that attained burns from the lamps, and its not a pretty site. When she "gasps" or "gapes" that may mean she is too hot...and she is releasing some of the heat, but it is different in all chameleons. Just my thoughts, thanks!
Michele
CHAM_PARADISE
Jul 31, 2005 07:52 PM
K-
Do you notice any other weird behavior like strange noises or excess mucus in her mouth, lack eating...? Her gaping could be from her being to hot, or signs of respiratory infection. Post details on your setup, it may help explain your situation a bit better. Hope this helps!
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John W. Lucas
www.CHAMELEONPARADISE.com
www.CALIFORNIASILKWORMS.com
kandy
Aug 01, 2005 01:05 PM
I have turned her light down, she has stopped holding her mouth open. I guess she was just to hot.
She eats a ton of crickets each day, drinks, and goes to the bathroom. I don't think she is sick.
I think you all were right it was just the heat.
I do admit i am surprised she wouldn't just move away.
Thank you for your help
Kandy
