I forget what it means when a chameleon has its eyes closed for long periods of time and is very lethargic. The temperature is 90 degrees with a basking site 95 degrees. The humidity is 50%. I just got the little guy and he is a month a half old Veiled Chameleon. He always has his eyes closed and would like to try helping the little guy. Any help would be fine. I also offered him food but he wouldn't eat any of his crickets. Also, he has just started to shed and I only have plastic plants in cage.
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Eye problems
Chamic
Mar 19, 2004 11:22 AM
Replies (3)
jacksonsrule
Mar 19, 2004 02:10 PM
It is waaaaay too hot for him. Get the temperature down to around 77 degrees with a basking spot of 85. Babies need it cooler than adults. This is why he is in such bad shape. I just hope it's not too late.
Please also give us complete details about your setup so we can render any other problems.
jacksonsrule
Mar 19, 2004 02:13 PM
A Chameleon this age is very delicate. You have to be very careful. He should be eating voraciously and be active during the day, never with his eyes closed. Are you misting him 2-3 times a day? He may be very dehyrated, with those temperatures. What kind of lights are you using?
Carlton
Mar 19, 2004 03:21 PM
Basically, a cham with eyes closed is in deep trouble. Jacksons rule has already asked some good questions. We do need details about your setup, how you measure and monitor humidity, what you gutload and dust with, etc. Cool him off, raise the humidity, get him out of a tank, provide live foliage enough so you have trouble finding him, and he may recover.
