Sure... if by 'calm' you mean that they don't attack when we change their water! Ours are used to human interaction. They don't mind us in their space, but put up a bit of a struggle when we first get a hold of them. They are one of my favorites, but we don't handle them unless we have to. They will take food from tongs and are interactive - just not cuddly!! There are only a few reasons anyone claims to have 'calm' Argus... 1) They are hatchlings 2) They are too cold 3) They are sick -- at least that is my experience. Too me, a 'calm' Argus doesn't spray you with poo if you have to handle them!For a "hands on" monitor, nothing beats Ackies!