I guess I disagree with Adam about humidity. Chams who are getting a lot of drinking water, but living in very dry air can still fight dehydration. They are not very efficient in retaining water vapor that could be exhaled during respiration. Their nasal passages are short and straight so there is a lot less surface area to reabsorb that exhaled air before it leaves the body. Herps native to dry climates are much better at this. I've had chams in Bailey CO, so I know what you are facing. You can do it! I used a combination of hand spraying, an ultrasonic room humidifier cycling on a multiple setting lamp timer, and an automatic misting system to provide water when I was away. Live plants will be important and much better than fake. Don't bother with fountains or other open water things in the cage. There are some good articles on setups at www.chameleonnews.com that will give you some ideas.

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