What Chameleon Should I Get?

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Today we look at what chameleon to get for your first chameleon. I explore the things you should think about and compare the three most common species: the Veiled Chameleon, Panther Chameleon, and Jackson’s Chameleon.
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  • @tommcqueen2840
    @tommcqueen28402 жыл бұрын

    "Want to make your chameleon happy? Walk by his cage and pretend you didn't notice him". Reptile comedy gold right there.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    2 жыл бұрын

    While it is true that reptile comedy is in its infancy, it has to start somewhere!

  • @jamaass

    @jamaass

    2 жыл бұрын

    Þ

  • @highonseaweed.vivaria

    @highonseaweed.vivaria

    5 ай бұрын

    So true! 😂

  • @metrlpcs5230

    @metrlpcs5230

    3 ай бұрын

    Hilarious

  • @elizabethochoa6842
    @elizabethochoa68425 жыл бұрын

    "We are not owners, but care takers." Wonderfully put!

  • @whitestguyuknow

    @whitestguyuknow

    5 жыл бұрын

    That's exactly how I feel with my pets. More like a steward and/or family member

  • @linroseification

    @linroseification

    5 жыл бұрын

    Love this!

  • @mikefranklin70

    @mikefranklin70

    4 жыл бұрын

    And it's wrong. I'm not a "pet parent" or other such nonsense. You are the owner, that is simply a fact. Check your local law if you are in doubt. No amount of touchy feely thinking with your heart and not your head will change it.

  • @joseignaciohileradorna5122

    @joseignaciohileradorna5122

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@mikefranklin70 you should behave like a caretaker though

  • @jr8573

    @jr8573

    4 жыл бұрын

    Elizabeth Ochoa we’re the fathers. We take care of them and nurture them. I’m a parent!

  • @alexiasabin6174
    @alexiasabin61744 жыл бұрын

    the bob ross of chameleons everybody

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    4 жыл бұрын

    This is one of the comments I am most proud of :)

  • @explosivemindgamer4629

    @explosivemindgamer4629

    4 жыл бұрын

    Alexia Sabin lol 😂

  • @OMZZZER
    @OMZZZER4 жыл бұрын

    i thought this was Elon musk reviewing chameleons XD

  • @leaholle6916

    @leaholle6916

    4 жыл бұрын

    Omg best comment 😂😂

  • @yomamajo

    @yomamajo

    4 жыл бұрын

    OMZ elon musk / nick offerman

  • @kekkelpenneypeckeltoot5700

    @kekkelpenneypeckeltoot5700

    4 жыл бұрын

    I did a double take as well!!

  • @bluesyapple_juice5212

    @bluesyapple_juice5212

    4 жыл бұрын

    lol looks like his brother or somethin

  • @E-dawg582

    @E-dawg582

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kinda looks like David Williams's

  • @Lightwhipvaeh
    @Lightwhipvaeh4 жыл бұрын

    “They were born being fed by hairless apes” that... is the best part

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    4 жыл бұрын

    :)

  • @Khan-_-Art1st

    @Khan-_-Art1st

    4 жыл бұрын

    Heyyy! I have hair 😠

  • @dona4him942

    @dona4him942

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@Khan-_-Art1st 🤣

  • @nerdwizard21
    @nerdwizard214 жыл бұрын

    I am currently undertaking an animal management course at college and for the last week i had been listening to a podcast series about chameleons for my animal training subject. Today i watched this video and then went back to the podcasts only to realise you are the one who made the podcasts. Thank you so much for literally every video and podcast because they are helping with my studies so much.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for letting me know the podcasts and video has been useful! I am now working on more videos to keep that streak going!

  • @marcozamudio6970
    @marcozamudio69705 жыл бұрын

    “We’re not owners, we’re caretakers” that’s what has to stick in your head when considering getting a pet

  • @mikem_vb4546
    @mikem_vb45465 жыл бұрын

    Hands down the best video on cham choices. Very informative.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Mike M_VB Thank you very much!

  • @ameliareid2357
    @ameliareid23575 жыл бұрын

    Jackson’s chameleons are my absolute favorite. I was first interested in Panthers for their gorgeous colors, but I decided they weren’t for me. And then at a reptile expo, a vendor was selling Jackson’s chameleons. I was immediately in love. That vivid green was mesmerizing. I bought a male the next day. He’s been an absolute angel.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Amelia Reid they are my favorite as well!

  • @luba-um3lm

    @luba-um3lm

    5 жыл бұрын

    TThey are my favorite from all chams

  • @pokeshippingdeerfoxmoonkit5592

    @pokeshippingdeerfoxmoonkit5592

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@ChameleonAcademy Jackson's chameleon because of flick

  • @Thatguy12488

    @Thatguy12488

    3 жыл бұрын

    Same I love them they usually don’t change colors much or mine doesn’t but it loves to hide but it tries to sneak up on me sometimes I act like I loose him and let him climb on me I never grab I let him choose if he wants to come up on me he is an amazing companion

  • @Sayoko666
    @Sayoko6665 жыл бұрын

    A chameleon seems to be the socialphobia-type of reptile, nice. We have something in common xD

  • @ravenbeaudine7281

    @ravenbeaudine7281

    4 жыл бұрын

    Konan Kami same here.

  • @XwolfbaneXx
    @XwolfbaneXx4 жыл бұрын

    I'm very impressed with how well this video was made. The information is great for a beginner. Kudos.

  • @abigailthompson838
    @abigailthompson8384 жыл бұрын

    I didn’t know chameleons we’re supposed to be that skinny.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Abigail Thompson it is amazing how chameleons are mostly air! And when they want to they suck it all in and hide behind branches! Although they seem to have large shapes they need to be healthy to really be a chameleon. Too much weight in them and they are challenged to move and live like a chameleon should.

  • @duybear4023

    @duybear4023

    3 жыл бұрын

    Admittedly, I tend to overfeed my animals because it's so fun to watch them eat. Maybe other people are that way too.

  • @chonkchonky9612

    @chonkchonky9612

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@duybear4023 Its not healthy to do that, even if fun to watch, you can kill them by overfeeding.

  • @rsingleton153
    @rsingleton1535 жыл бұрын

    This guy is a real teacher and this has to be the must informative video I have seen on KZread

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @tarabytez
    @tarabytez5 жыл бұрын

    I got my first chameleon, a 10 month old veiled male a couple weeks ago. His first family was moving and their new landlord found out they had a chameleon (he didn't care about their dog or cat), he told them they couldn't bring him. The family had listed him for free for over three weeks, but they live in a rural area so they had no takers. When we contacted the family they were so grateful that we agreed to keep in contact with them they gave us EVERYTHING they had for him (including a temp gun). I did upgrade his UVB and added more enrichment items to his enclosure, but she had most everything covered. We named him Jupiter, he's my pissy boy, but that attitude just endears me to him even more! He's been an amazing addition to our family! I feel so fortunate to have him in our lives! I hope to give him long, happy life with us!

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Tara Bytez I am very glad that there was a happy ending to this story! I remember when I had to rehome a couple chameleons and having a good home for them to go to meant everything!

  • @lamborghinigaming4434

    @lamborghinigaming4434

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hope he has an amazing life and I hope your chameleon has a good long life

  • @alexb2351

    @alexb2351

    4 жыл бұрын

    My Rex is about 2 years old and I adopted him about 7 months ago. He has gained weight and his tail looks better than when I got him. Always vary the food a bit and do buy calcium powder.

  • @RenoLaringo
    @RenoLaringo5 жыл бұрын

    Excellent excellent excellent video ! I'm into reptiles keeping for 10+yrs and I never ever found such a serious and explanatory video as this one ! Your dedication in putting on so much precise and helpful info is astounding. I THANK YOU VERY MUCH. As an experienced keeper myself I still learned much things here. Your video should be a "sticky" on YT ! lol. Now i'm going to move on to the other vids you provide. You made a new subscriber out of me ! Keep on the excellent work ! Greetings from Belgium.

  • @nikayllaaugustinos7678

    @nikayllaaugustinos7678

    5 жыл бұрын

    I have never had a chameleon before I have started doing research and wanted to speaker with an experienced owner to assist with more info.

  • @RenoLaringo

    @RenoLaringo

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@nikayllaaugustinos7678 Hi ! I think if you listen to the numerous podcasts recorded by Bill, you would be blessed with tons of invaluable info about those little critters. I never found anything even remotely close to that quality of torough information... so my only advise would be : listen to them, it's just amazing ! Best of luck!

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Reno D I just wanted to thank you for sharing your appreciation and helping out Nikaylla. Feedback from an experienced reptile keeper like you carries a lot of weight!

  • @RenoLaringo

    @RenoLaringo

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@ChameleonAcademy My pleasure ! Thank you for the kind words. You make a wonderful work !

  • @theberrby6836

    @theberrby6836

    4 жыл бұрын

    SAME! ^^

  • @SadalDay
    @SadalDay11 ай бұрын

    some people look like their respective expertise this guy looks like a chameleon expert

  • @Joseph-sq9to
    @Joseph-sq9to4 жыл бұрын

    I would like to see more content. Perhaps a tour of your indoor and outdoor enclosures or just a GoPro of your routine.

  • @markusmellert5421
    @markusmellert54212 жыл бұрын

    I've seriously thought about getting a chameleon or other reptile lately. I kept a female veiled chameleon a couple of years ago and I loved her so much. She was one of those rare veiled chameleons that were extremely friendly and It at least felt like she bonded with me super well. She just exploded into blue and colorful greens whenever she saw me and she loved to sit on me and with me as I did schoolwork. She was the sweetest and I loved her so much. Just seeing videos like this where the chameleon is climbing around on sticks and branches just fills me with pure joy and nostalgia, it reminds me of her so much. I miss you a lot Molly

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    2 жыл бұрын

    Welcome to the channel! I have a lot about chameleons and there is nothing wrong with casually getting up to speed on the latest in husbandry discoveries (there have been a lot - especially with Veileds) while waiting for the perfect window of opportunity to jump back in again. I am glad this was able to bring back some good memories!

  • @suspiciousdonut8640
    @suspiciousdonut86405 жыл бұрын

    I have a veiled chameleon for my own. He loves sleeping on my shoulder and won't go away so it's really hard to make him sleep in his terrarium :b he's 8 months old ^^ and his name is Fluffy (dont ask)

  • @iarshintasudjana4382

    @iarshintasudjana4382

    4 жыл бұрын

    Exactly adorable❤❤❤❤❤😍

  • @SpAc3B3e

    @SpAc3B3e

    4 жыл бұрын

    Aawwwwwwee I understand cuz like there feet feel like some type of fur not scales, but my Cham hates me😞

  • @tomasgomes8793

    @tomasgomes8793

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sorry for replying after 1 year, but your comment gave me some hope! I've been watching tons of videos regarding chameleons because I have the chance to buy a veiled chameleon, but in every video they say this kind is super fisty and grumpy, and I was close to giving up. Wish you and Fluffy a nice day!

  • @suspiciousdonut8640

    @suspiciousdonut8640

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@tomasgomes8793 Thank you! Ofcourse Fluffy also has his grumpy times but it can get better! Read their body language, don't touch them if they back away, feed them from your hand, give it space and a big home. Those things will make it trust you eventually. I would recommend getting a 4months old chameleon to raise it from the start and let it get used to you. have a nice day as well!

  • @anamaldonado6194
    @anamaldonado61945 жыл бұрын

    Very well-made video. I could watch chameleon videos for hours 💚

  • @JuanRodriguez-rm1oc
    @JuanRodriguez-rm1oc4 жыл бұрын

    This video helped me a lot on my decision on getting a chameleon😁👍

  • @Vixirai
    @Vixirai3 жыл бұрын

    My first ever chameleon was a Jackson’s, and they’ll forever be my favorite species. I have three Veileds currently, one of them is a piebald. They’re my favorite reptile, but they aren’t for everyone.

  • @isitoveryet9525
    @isitoveryet95255 жыл бұрын

    So glad this popped up in my recommends. I'm not getting a chameleon anytime soon, but would definitely like to in the future and this was very informative. Great video!

  • @vanessarangel2713
    @vanessarangel27135 жыл бұрын

    Wow excellent video. I felt like I was in a class. Thank you for this! I've been wanting a chameleon for awhile now. I love the Panther Chameleon.

  • @lilbsad
    @lilbsad5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for such a well put, and informational video, earned a thumbs up and sub

  • @yayomexicali
    @yayomexicali5 жыл бұрын

    oh man, i loved this video so much, thank you!!!

  • @mikabaksay328
    @mikabaksay3284 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for saying the truth! I loved how you talked about expectation of the animal☺️

  • @lindaashbrook6789
    @lindaashbrook67893 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your extensive knowledge with us! This was so informative and educational. I've always loved chameleons as they are so beautiful and unique.

  • @marleebrinson9104
    @marleebrinson91045 жыл бұрын

    I have a veiled chameleon his name is Rango :D

  • @real6121

    @real6121

    5 жыл бұрын

    That's a great name for him! I love that movie

  • @marleebrinson9104

    @marleebrinson9104

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@real6121 AWW thnx!!!

  • @SpAc3B3e

    @SpAc3B3e

    4 жыл бұрын

    I have one named Frank, but I also like Rango😄

  • @TheFreedomforce87

    @TheFreedomforce87

    4 жыл бұрын

    Mine too my granddaughter named him

  • @darrionv

    @darrionv

    4 жыл бұрын

    djwolfie 19 same🤣

  • @jakobreeder8297
    @jakobreeder82975 жыл бұрын

    This is a really good video all around, very helpful

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Jakob Reeder thank you for letting me know you enjoyed the video!

  • @CritterLizard
    @CritterLizard4 жыл бұрын

    Wow, this is so helpful! Thanks for all the charts! 💚💜💙💛💚

  • @al_sprays_paint8669
    @al_sprays_paint86692 жыл бұрын

    This is super helpful. I appreciate an honest take on their behaviors and will probably seek another pet. Thanks for the info!

  • @jameswheat4225
    @jameswheat42255 жыл бұрын

    What an excellent informative spirited video! I couldn't be more impressed by this gentlemen and appreciate him spreading proper awareness of how to properly care for a chameleon!!! 👏

  • @martaliatrujillogomez-mesa431
    @martaliatrujillogomez-mesa4315 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful presentation!! Thank You so much! I'm very happy to comment that I learned a lot today. I currently care for 2 Veiled Chameleons, both rehomed to me at about 2.5 years old. I am looking forward to obtaining my first Panther baby. I'm also looking into the Pygmy and Parsons Chameleons! I find that the Chameleons have interesting behaviors, personalities. Very conducive to meditation which is a big plus for my husband and I! I really do Thank You!

  • @jerkface12
    @jerkface125 жыл бұрын

    I agree with the comment below. This video was absolutely wonderful. You did an excellent job. I learned so much and was fully entertained the whole time. Thank you for your hard work and dedication.

  • @LindaIndustrial
    @LindaIndustrial5 жыл бұрын

    The video is really nice! I enjoyed watching it and learning new stuff about chameleons

  • @ayyjayy2583
    @ayyjayy25835 жыл бұрын

    This video was really helpful! Great channel I subscribed and liked!

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @LiveAndLetLive2024
    @LiveAndLetLive20243 жыл бұрын

    This was great! Thanks! If I ever get one, I think the one for me is the female panther chameleon. The one you showed was beautiful! Thanks for spreading that attitude about cage size, them being living beings deserving of care and respect, and that we are caregivers of our pets - everyone should be that way.

  • @ArcadiaReptile
    @ArcadiaReptile5 жыл бұрын

    This is a fantastic resource. Excellent.

  • @pyramo3170
    @pyramo31705 жыл бұрын

    This seriously helped me. I have not heard of some of these crucial tips from anyone else; I now have a better understanding on chameleons and I cannot thank you enough.

  • @deborahross8210
    @deborahross82104 жыл бұрын

    I found this a very informative video

  • @vinnievega9843
    @vinnievega98433 жыл бұрын

    I've got 2 species of chameleon. I've got a beautiful common Mediterranean chameleon. Very even temperament easy to handle and can be trusted. Also have a male veiled. The polar opposite of what i said in the above.. But stunning to look at. Great information here and I'd look forward to more videos. Thanks chameleon academy!! 🙂

  • @janetbatchelor4429
    @janetbatchelor44295 жыл бұрын

    This is a wonderful video. Just had you pop up in my feed. I have been thinking about getting a chameleon.

  • @sheilamore3261
    @sheilamore32615 жыл бұрын

    I think that’s wonderful that you give them people information how to take care of them to help them There all absolutely gorgeous💜💙❤️💕💕💕

  • @adrianb990
    @adrianb9904 жыл бұрын

    Hey there I love your videos. Very informative, i do appreciate your effort. I have just bought a veiled cham. I've had an interest with chameleons since I was just a kid. They are very fascinating creatures. They remind me that the creator is the the most awesome and mysterious giver of life to have made suck a creature.

  • @Travisto07
    @Travisto075 жыл бұрын

    I picked a Jackson for my first because of the horns and mild temperament.

  • @felicityduran6547
    @felicityduran65474 жыл бұрын

    You explained very clearly and gave such important details that many over look. I really hope many people find your video before deciding to purchase one.

  • @12jfern
    @12jfern4 жыл бұрын

    What in the world did i just watch!!!??? I had never seen such a well put explanatory video on chameleon education!! You went through everything, congrats!

  • @megasogaleo7685
    @megasogaleo76855 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for the info

  • @brendateixeira4675
    @brendateixeira46755 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this 👏

  • @darrionv
    @darrionv4 жыл бұрын

    I purchased my first juvenile vailed Cham and I would love a long lesson and lots of advice from this guy. Very experienced and informative!

  • @Person-pl9of
    @Person-pl9of5 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely amazing I am learning very much as I go and this video is such an extension of my knowledge, thank you!

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Person I am very glad you found it useful!

  • @richardnosewater5262
    @richardnosewater52625 жыл бұрын

    extremely informative!

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    richard nosewater thank you! I am glad you enjoyed it!

  • @IainHamilton
    @IainHamilton5 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video. I have two Veiled males and the older Ziggy is so friendly and hates being in his vivarium and literally runs out onto your arm when you open it. He can still be a grumpy guy though. My younger boy Frodo is a more shy and prefers to be left alone.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yep, each chameleon has their own personality!

  • @pksteffen
    @pksteffen3 жыл бұрын

    Veiled because it was a great shop with lots of knowledgeable staff, a healthy chameleon and because we hadn’t seen this video. Great stuff. Thank you.

  • @Everything.On.Wheels519
    @Everything.On.Wheels5194 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic information for people just looking to get into chameleons. I've owned chameleons for 15 years with a large collection and I'm still leaning daily!

  • @Umbras915
    @Umbras9155 жыл бұрын

    You're Killin it Bill, thank you for the top notch chameleon info as always man! My first cham is a male veiled I reluctantly purchased from Petco and two months later ordered a male panther from KK. Both are growing like weeds!

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Ben Umbras great to hear that your chameleons are doing so well! Thank you for letting me know you enjoyed the video!

  • @HugDeeznueces
    @HugDeeznueces3 жыл бұрын

    Beautifully made video! Well organized and your voice is like Nat Geo quality! I enjoyed the video a lot that I watched it two more times and took notes. I am new at this and currently making the transition from aquariums (yes! Another expensive hobby). I was set on getting a veiled since the research plus what you video covers for being an “easy” species. Your video has me now thinking to get a panther cham. My plan is to set up the cage and foliage and let it get established. Once I am happy with the cage, I’ll pursue a male panther from a reputable breather. Again, great video and really learned a lot. Sub’d

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    3 жыл бұрын

    I am very glad you enjoyed the video! And your strategy of setting everything up and letting it run a while before introducing your chameleon is perfect. That is just one of the habits learned from your aquarium years that will serve you well into your chameleon years!

  • @alicehsieh1292
    @alicehsieh12925 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your information. Very helpful.

  • @GrayGhostification
    @GrayGhostification5 жыл бұрын

    Also wanted to say Thank you for your very informative video. Look forward to learning more

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for letting me know!

  • @kerrymccarthy4226
    @kerrymccarthy42265 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for a great Video with helpful info.Looking forward to getting a chameleon soon. Please do more Videos !!!!>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much for your encouragement! I will probably be more on a once a month schedule as my videos end up being a little longer than usual. But I definitely have some very interesting videos ahead that I am putting together!

  • @kraigbutcher4864
    @kraigbutcher48644 жыл бұрын

    Damn i thought my veiled was underfed by my dude looks just like this glad im doing it right.

  • @lukedoesitbig
    @lukedoesitbig Жыл бұрын

    Love all the knowledge you put out for all owners much appreciated 👍

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    Жыл бұрын

    I am glad you are enjoying the videos!

  • @brianheidel4550
    @brianheidel45503 жыл бұрын

    Very informative; straight to the point. Not a bunch of babel like so many other vids.

  • @jamesstout7850
    @jamesstout78505 жыл бұрын

    This video helped me decide which species was perfect to start with and when i actually went to the Reptile Store, I felt educated enough to purchase all the things my new Veiled needed! He seems to be acclimating quite well to his new enclosure but I'm still worried about his temperature and light schedule. can we get a video about proper lighting and how long to keep the lights on etc. ? Love this channel and I just started listening to the podcast as well!

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    James Stout a proper lighting video is in the works! I am very glad to hear that this video helped so much!

  • @donaldwilson1819
    @donaldwilson18195 жыл бұрын

    Sir, that was awesome. Definitley subscribing. The basics for chameleon stewardship is clear. What I mean is," It is all about them, and not so much showing them off to others". Great video.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Donald Wilson thank you very much for your encouragement!

  • @limede
    @limede5 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video Bill, I really appreciate the message you give out in the video; husbandry and pet keeping wise. I'm not a chameleon guy but I enjoy watching your videos because of your keeping philosophy :)

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Limede45 it is great to have you here! It is amazing how much we learn about the world just by taking care of one of its creatures. I am glad watching that journey of exploration is enjoyable!

  • @athenaguinn3107
    @athenaguinn31075 жыл бұрын

    This was the most helpful video I've ever seen bless you haha

  • @tabithamyers7421
    @tabithamyers74215 жыл бұрын

    Jackson Chameleon because I've got to do reasurch because I'm gonna get a baby Male Jackson Chameleon. So thank you so much for making this video know it will help me out alot

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Tabitha Myers I am so glad this video helped you! I admit that Jackson’s Chameleons are my favorite as well :)

  • @Thumptress
    @Thumptress4 жыл бұрын

    We were gifted Cami for Christmas. She is a veiled chameleon. I really thought I would absolutely hate having a reptile in my house and I couldn't have been more wrong I absolutely love her!!! She was meant to be for my sons but I feel me and her get along very well as she won't go to them or with them but she comes out willingly to me. She will also let me hold her and walk around the house with her where she seems very uncomfortable with the children. Great video!! Thank you so much for the advice I will be looking for a bigger enclosure for her 😀

  • @hrsantiago
    @hrsantiago2 жыл бұрын

    I wasn't even looking for a chameleon, but this video is quite interesting. Awesome info!

  • @susanneblackmarr2918
    @susanneblackmarr29185 жыл бұрын

    Loved this video. Very informative for newbies. My first cham was a triceros quadricornis female that I stumbled upon in the pet section at a hardware store in Germany many yrs ago. I had her for about 9yrs before she died. She laid a few infertile clutches...she started crawling around on the floor and I placed buckets with dirt all around(she was somewhat free range) and she picked a bucket,laid and moved on. Thanks for the vid, totally cool.

  • @freak70wayne1
    @freak70wayne15 жыл бұрын

    I love your pod casts bill ,they should be mandatory for new keepers I have 7 yemen 7 panthers 1 jacksons an a oustalet amongst my reptiles

  • @marcozamudio6970
    @marcozamudio69705 жыл бұрын

    Every time I hear all these reptile experts say you shouldn’t hold chameleons, I die a little inside

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Marco Zamudio it would be wonderful if reptiles would be as close of companions as dogs and cats (or even just a little). But the best way to respect them is to acknowledge what they are and not try to change them. I do have to say, though, that letting go of everything I want them to be and opening myself up to learning about what they are has opened up a whole new world for exploring. They have an amazing world and I can’t see spending my time with them in any other way than figuring out the absolute best way to give them what they need to be as natural of a chameleon as they can. It has become a life long fascination!

  • @marcozamudio6970

    @marcozamudio6970

    4 жыл бұрын

    Chameleon Breeder it has to be very rewarding knowing you have the abilities to keep your chameleons happy and healthy.

  • @cherylmeyer9857
    @cherylmeyer98573 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video for newbies, thank you for your time.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    3 жыл бұрын

    I am glad you found it effective!

  • @InarusLynx
    @InarusLynx Жыл бұрын

    This showed up on my feed randomly and very pleasant to watch. Very cool to learn about chameleons.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    Жыл бұрын

    I am glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @cosmicjustice4139
    @cosmicjustice41394 жыл бұрын

    ChamElon Musk, traveling back in time to teach us about lizards (our future overlords)

  • @derhusen793
    @derhusen7935 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for °C from Germany 😁👍

  • @kirtsch1
    @kirtsch12 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for a very informative look at chameleons as pets. I saw a veiled chameleon in a pet store today, and, of course have seen videos where they appear to be enjoying their human interactions. A big thank you for clearing that up! After watching your video, I decided I'd be miserable with a pet who didn't "like" my attempts at companionship. You saved a chameleon from a miserable life! Your honesty is appreciated.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    2 жыл бұрын

    This is one of the best comments I could get! Finding a pet that matches our needs and expectations is critical to a happy life together! For example, as much as I adore cockatoos, I could never provide the emotional needs they have. They is nothing wrong with me or with cockatoos - we just aren’t a match! I am very happy you were able to learn this before getting the pet!

  • @kirtsch1

    @kirtsch1

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ChameleonAcademy It really is a wonderful video! I'll probably visit again just so I can enjoy seeing you with your friends. :)

  • @landonporter77
    @landonporter774 жыл бұрын

    Excellent information, well done video!

  • @somethingorother9263
    @somethingorother92635 жыл бұрын

    Would like a Kenyan Jackson’s if ever they’re available.

  • @aislinnfoley3252
    @aislinnfoley32525 жыл бұрын

    I’m thinking about getting a chameleon and I think that the panther chameleon is my best bet

  • @alienmapping3536

    @alienmapping3536

    5 жыл бұрын

    They live 2 years

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@alienmapping3536 A properly cared for panther chameleon will live for five to seven years.

  • @WoM
    @WoM5 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video!

  • @demijunejohnstone9226
    @demijunejohnstone92265 жыл бұрын

    I liked 2 min into the vidio, how many of u liked the vidio ?

  • @leon.3368
    @leon.33685 жыл бұрын

    Have a veild and really bright as you can see as my profile pic

  • @midnightcafe5725
    @midnightcafe57254 жыл бұрын

    I’ve been thinking about getting a chameleon for about three months now and people say that you have to Think twice. this video help me a lot, thank you.

  • @Boss1234killer
    @Boss1234killer4 жыл бұрын

    This is incredibly helpful thank you so much !! Happy I found ur channel

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Bakedginger420 I am very glad you found it as well!

  • @harrisonmayo7914
    @harrisonmayo79145 жыл бұрын

    I recently got my first Veiled Chameleon. I was wondering how much I should feed my chameleon. He’s about 1.25 months old. I feed him about 6, 1/4 inch crickets once a day. Is this too much or too little? Thank you!

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Feed him as much as he will eat until he is full grown (6-9 months) and then ease off to five food items every other day or even every third day. Obesity is a big problem in veiled chameleons so remember to ease off when adult size!

  • @jaqhass
    @jaqhass4 жыл бұрын

    Was thinking about getting a chamelion but from what you describe a chamelion to be, it would NOT like it here. A very feels-bad but thank you.

  • @jillflor
    @jillflor3 жыл бұрын

    My veiled chameleon is super friendly! I’ve had her for not that long and she loves to hang out with us! It’s always nice and bright colors and rarely gets stressed

  • @theapplianceguru
    @theapplianceguru5 жыл бұрын

    Clicked because i was curious.. now im checkinf out breeders! Awesome videos and great explanation!

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    The Appliance Guru thank you very much! I am glad you enjoyed it!

  • @cheyenneschultz6179
    @cheyenneschultz61795 жыл бұрын

    I had my first chameleon when I was an army brat in Hawaii and it was a Jackson chameleon that my dad help raise and now that I am older I want to accompany one as well but I think I will go with a panther chameleon to start out because the females are beautiful. With that being said will a female be unhappy if she doesn't mate or will she be okay??

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    A female will be very happy never mating!

  • @mrmarcel22

    @mrmarcel22

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@ChameleonAcademy What a sad and boring life.

  • @macncheesefarts3555

    @macncheesefarts3555

    3 жыл бұрын

    How is that sad? They only mate to reproduce, they don't feel pleasure like humans do

  • @jamstxr772
    @jamstxr7725 жыл бұрын

    8:22 fat potato 😂 btw i have panther chameleon and he is beautiful

  • @Snoopy-sf5ze
    @Snoopy-sf5ze4 жыл бұрын

    Great video, so much good information !!!

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Zara Moon I am glad you enjoyed it!

  • @Eehey33
    @Eehey334 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. This was so helpful

  • @Landrap965
    @Landrap9655 жыл бұрын

    Can next episode become a episode of breeding please

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    I can certainly fit an episode on breeding into the line up. Was there anything in particular you were interested in? Are you just researching what you need to do to hatch your first clutch?

  • @Landrap965

    @Landrap965

    5 жыл бұрын

    Chameleon Breeder about velid chameleon please and thank you

  • @MrJroenn1

    @MrJroenn1

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@ChameleonAcademy I would like to know how I could get my female gravit and what i need to do and what to prepare to get my eggs layed and hatched. really like to know your best tips ! :) kind regards

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@MrJroenn1 This is a popular question. I will have to put together an episode or two about it. Thank you for letting me know what you are interested in!

  • @jonjackson5841
    @jonjackson58415 жыл бұрын

    surprised the chamelons you are showing arent reacting to your all black long sleeve shirt. Both of my chameleons would flare up when I would clean the cage with a dark colored shirt or long black socks. Must have thought I was a snake.

  • @rebuildingtheman9454
    @rebuildingtheman94542 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video informative, learned much with you sir thank you for your time🙏💯👍

  • @jgkiwi
    @jgkiwi Жыл бұрын

    What a great video, thank you so much.

  • @aslangroat2506
    @aslangroat25065 жыл бұрын

    Hello! my name is audrey i am really wanting a chameleon but i have a big problem. i live in anchorage, alaska where tempuratures* arent the best and my house tempurature is kinda low and its very dry here although i do have a humidafier*. i am also 12 am i too young to own a chameleon should i wait? i am going to be vet when im older and i want animal experience. i want to work with reptiles. i own 2 dogs and a parakeet. is that a problem? what chameleon is best for alaska standards? if i get one and cant provide the temps for it and it dies am i a bad person? please answer if it is not a good idea to get one please let me know i dont want to make a chameleon suffer.

  • @ChameleonAcademy

    @ChameleonAcademy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Audrey Groat a very active member of the chameleon community lives in Alaska. It is very challenging, but it can be done. The challenge is not just the chameleon, but making sure you have a constant supply of food! Low humidity can be taken care of by humidifiers and glass or solid side cages. Artificial lighting technology is to a point where even the long nights won’t be a problem. But it will definitely be expensive. Just how expensive depends on what kind of environmental conditions your house provides and you would be the best to know that. You might consider working with Pygmy chameleons as they are smaller and it is easier to create a total custom environment for them. You could do the same for the larger chameleons if you have the space and funds to do it on a larger scale. The pygmy chameleons might be a good first step to work out all the things you need to do to make it work. There are many things you will need to take care of to keep chameleons in Anchorage. It really will depend on how much of your time and money you want to devote to making it work. But it can be done!

  • @therealshino4607

    @therealshino4607

    5 жыл бұрын

    I do recommend waiting thoughlas chameleons are hard to care for in some ways and it will limit your college search

  • @DiamondMan321

    @DiamondMan321

    5 жыл бұрын

    You should care for more "easy" animal at first, like beardead dragon. I wanted chameleon but they are kinda hard to keep alive and happy. So I bough berdead dragon. I know they don't look like chameleon and they are not that charming but it's good for the start speccialy if this is your first reptile pet.

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