| Humidity: |
Veiled Chameleons do not need a high level of
humidity in relation to many other lizards. |
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| Lighting: |
UVB rays are vital to keeping a Veiled Chameleon
healthy. A good full-spectrum fluorescent light
will provide these much needed UVB rays. |
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| Physical Design: |
As mentioned above Veiled Chameleons are known
to spend most of their time high up in the trees
while in the wild. To mimick this environement in
captivity ensure that they have ample tree branches
and vines to climb on in their habitat. |
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| Size: |
A 3 foot cube is the absolute minimum size for
a Veiled Chameleon's habitat. If the enclosure is
any smaller than this it is likely to cause the
lizard unnecessary stress. |
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| Substrate: |
Reptile carpet is probably the best material to
use as a substrate for Veiled Chameleons. |
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| Temperature: |
The top of a Veiled Chameleon's habitat should
be at about 95 degrees F while the bottom should
be maintained at 80 degrees F. If the habitat is
designed properly with vines and branches from top
to bottom the lizard will be able to find its own
comfort level. |
