Chameleon Tanks

I get a chameleon again on Sunday and I need to know the extent of his mouth should be. I thought maybe 50 gallons? Something big ... and how much does it cost? And what should be in it? Are there specific materials that should be in his cage?

With chameleons, get as large as possible to the habitat. Make sure you're ready to get one, though. They will need a fogger / Mister keep the air moist, and of course hygrometer and a thermometer to check the water level and temperature. You will need a heat lamp and a lamp UVB (all reptiles should be able to process vitamin D3), many places to climb and hide, calcium and dust Special crickets and the food you eat. You'll probably also need a heat mat, unless you get a heat lamp at night. Oh, and chameleons do not drink a bowl of water, they must be exposed to dripping or running water, so you need to buy one of these emitters and fountains for her. Many people get the mesh cages so they can get a larger size. Please make sure a lot of research on what the temperatures should be, what the humidity should be, what foods they eat, etc. Since chameleons are known for not being properly kept and that it is also difficult for the average person to take. And do not expect to be able to go out and play with him, that causes stress and they do not like it. Some may die. If you feel like you can manage it, go ahead. Good luck.

Oh, and it will be expensive.

It's true! They do not cost much $ $ to put in place for the first time - and they cost a lot of time. They are not the ones you can handle. You did not mention what kind of Cham you get - if the details are impossible. One thing to Cham guards cringe is the word "tank". Shams need the screen mesh enclosure / has already been mentioned.

Research your species Cham. There are species-specific care guides tell you exactly what you need to know.