Best "starter" Chameleon?
Let me start out by saying I AM NOT getting a Chameleon. One of my friends wants a chameleon and I am having a really difficult time convincing him to go a different route like a crestie. This isn't the first time people have asked me about getting a chameleon and I have always pointed them to better starter lizards, but my friend is pretty much set on a chameleon. I will continue trying to convince him to go a different route, but if I can't, what would be considered the best "starter" chameleon or what's the hardiest chameleon?
Again this animal is not for me! Just trying to do what's best for my friend and any animal he potentially gets. Please know that I wouldn't suggest a chameleon as a first lizard to ANYONE. I can't make decisions for my friend otherwise this thread would not exist.
Re: Best "starter" Chameleon?
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AzJohn
Make sure your friend researches them a lot. They are not easy, and mistakes kill them fast. Plus they don't live very long and stress easily when handled. I'd recommend veiled or panthers. Jackson's are awesome but are a little more difficult to care for, plus they are often wild caught. Any other species is probably wild caught. What ever your friend decides make sure it is captive bred. Getting an adult animal with a five year lifespan is never good.
Thanks for the advice! I will make sure to push him to do as much research as possible. I will do my best to make sure it is CB.
Re: Best "starter" Chameleon?