i have now done some research and learned that most chams under 6 inches in length should be kept in an aquarium to better moderate the climate - is this true? and if so what are some nice looking small types, and if possible, where can i find a care sheet? thanks a lot
Jason & Ichiro
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Looking for a small chameleon (4-6) that can be kept in an aquarium - any suggestion?
dank7oo
May 13, 2003 05:46 PM
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Carlton
May 14, 2003 01:31 PM
Aquariums are tricky for chams. The only smaller species that have been maintained in aquariums long term are the "pygmy" or "leaf" chameleons of genus Brookesia and Rhampholeon. These are mostly understory or leaf litter species. The arboreal chams (veileds, panthers, most more familiar ones we keep) just don't thrive in them unless they are very tiny hatchlings on a temporary basis. For info on the leaf chams go to www.adcham.com, www.chamresearch.com, or the good commercial site www.calumma.com. Most are wc and very delicate to treat for the usual parasites and diseases. They are usually small, only a few inches total length.
