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Panther Chameleon (Furcifer pardalis)

Care level: Advanced 

Temperament: display pet, may be interactive through tong feeding but should not be handled

Minimum Enclosure Size: 4’×2’×4’ (1.2m×.6m×1.2m) – should be all mesh

Basking Spot Temp (surface): 85-90°F (29-32°C)

Cool Side Temp: 72-77°F (22-25°C)

Nighttime/minimum temp: 60-70°F (15-21°C)

UVB: UVI 2.9-7.4/Ferguson zone 3 (e.g. Arcadia T5HO 6% at 8-13” (20-33cm) away with no mesh or 6-10” (15-25cm) away with typical mesh)

Humidity: 50-60% during the day, and 75-100% at night; automatic mister is recommended

Diet: insectivore

Size: 16-20” (40-50cm)

(care guide written with contributions by mandi#6740)


Other Resources:

ReptiFiles Guide – Panther Chameleon

Dubia.com Guide – Panther Chameleon

Chameleon Central – Panther Chameleon Guide by Nathalie Norris

ADW – Furcifer pardalis