I have always been interested in chameleons, and have lately been wondering if they are interactive/friendly or if they just sit there or try and get away when you handle them, or even if they are hands-off pets (like my firebelly toads) .
I was just wondering, because each time the local pet store has had chameleons, I put my hand near the glass and they stalk over and put their little "hands" up on the glass as if they are trying to climb on. Even a pygmy chameleon did this! Boy was he cute.
and secondary question ---
What species of chameleon is probably the easiest to care for, not too fragile, ect?
They are hands off. Chameleons resent and are very stressed when being handled. While there are many different and interesting looking species the only specie that does somewhat ok in captivity is the Veiled Chameleon.
Their lifespans in the wild are not long and are shorter in captivity. They are completely solitary animals and only come together to mate afterwards separating until following breeding cycles.
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Pygmy chameleons are very fragile as are three horned, flap necked and panther chameleons.
Supplying a healthy and varied diet is an obstacle as these guys like a variety of insects and just feeding crickets will not be good in the long term. Mealworms will cause intestinal impaction which often results in death.
Even though it is completely different, I always recommend Australian Frilled Lizards. They are captivating, can be target trained, are somewhat easy to care for with personailty plus and can develop keeper recognition.
My blog site below has links directly to reptilechannel as well as a variety of pics and care sheets.
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No, they're not meant to be handled regularly. Their legs are very fragile and can break very easily. Handling them also stresses them out and, when they reach sexual maturity, can become aggressive if you're too persistant.
As for your second question, I'd say either te Jackson cham or the veiled Cham will be best for a beginner. Although panther chameleons are absolutely beautiful.
The chameleon you are searching for durable tolerant and even friendly is actually a Leopard Gecko.
http://www.phatassgeckos.com/
