In addition, misconceptions as to their care abound. Because they breed so prolifically, wild-caught females are usually carrying eggs in some stage of development. chameleon-related information was published in the journal Physiological and Biochemical Zoology (May-June, 2011). While most understand the need for calcium supplementation and UVB exposure, captive diets still typically lack appropriate variety, and the importance of an adequate water supply is often over-looked. For a complete biography of my experience click, Senegal Chameleon Diet Study – Nutrition Influences Prey Choice, Senegal Chameleons: Common Health Concerns. The eggs can be set-up in vermiculite at a water-substrate ratio of 1:1 by weight. 6322 Views. The Season Has Changed, Should Your Reptile Bulbs? Hot Weather Herp Tips – Summer’s Effect on Reptiles and Amphibians, The Common Musk Turtle – My Choice for Perfect Pet Turtle, with Notes on Relatives, My Animal Collection: How a Herpetologist Keeps American Toads, Bufo (Anaxyrus) americanus and Related Species, Part I, Frog Reproduction Made Simple – Breeding Fire-Bellied Toads, My Animal Collection: How a Herpetologist Keeps American Toads, Bufo (Anaxyrus) americanus and Related Species, Part II, Boas, Anacondas & Pythons in the Wild & Captivity: An Overview, Barbour’s Map Turtle Care and Natural History. Brooke, Thanks, let me know if you need anything, Frank, Being born with a deep interest in animals might seem unfortunate for a native Bronxite , but my family encouraged my interest and the menagerie that sprung from it. 2 Comments Insects should only be included as dietary staples if they contain the proper nutritional balance. Since chameleons do not actually drink water from a bowl, but actually lick of dew and droplets of leaves, you need to either get a drip system or simply mist the lizards cage about two to three times a day. You should pay attention the heat and lighting in your enclosure. Senegal Chameleon Diet Study – Nutrition Influences Prey Choice Posted by: Frank Indiviglio in Chameleons, Collecting Feeder Insects, feeding and diet, General Reptile & Amphibian Articles, Lizards, Recent Research, Reptile and Amphibian Health, Reptiles and Amphibians in the News May 7, 2012 8 Comments 6331 Views Required fields are marked *, 2511 Fire Road Suite A7 Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 Support@CBReptile.com Call or Text: 609-705-7787. Senegal chameleons are one of the four most popular species of pet chameleons. You should never put more crickets in your chameleon's enclosure than he will eat in a short amount of time. Even for mathematically-impaired individuals such as I, this is easy to accomplish – please see this article for a simple explanation. With a BIOLOGIST ON-SITE, you can buy with confidence that your pet gecko for sale, chameleon for sale, tortoise for sale or baby turtle for sale will arrive overnight the following morning via UPS or FedEx, well packaged and insulated with heat or cold packs added as needed to provide a safe reliable trip from our captive breed facility to your home or business.