Terra Gecko Magazine : All about terrarium 2018/1 | Page 11

for this is mildly acetous water, which helps to eliminate
the lime scale that remains on the glass.
What does a chameleon eat?
Chameleons are insectivores, which at the same time means
that it is up to us to feed and handle the feeder insects
as well. These reptiles eat exclusively living insects, so if
the prey does not move, it will not raise their attention.
They do not feed on plants and fruits.
What kind of equipment is needed to start to keep
a chameleon?
It is worth taking the animal home when it reaches two
or three month of age. We are not supposed to carry
younger animals home despite the fact that smaller animals
might look cuter.
Chameleons, like most reptiles, need a terrarium of
proper size. A young individual requires a minimum of
30x30x50 cm terrarium, while an adult chameleon needs
a terrarium of 50x40x90 or 65x50x90 cm. It is significant
that there is a ventilation grill on the top and the side of
the terrarium as well, so that cross-ventilation is ensured.
namely those above 6 months of age, need to be watered
directly per os, because water drops are too scarce for them.
We can water them by dripping a few drops of water
with a syringe or a pipette into the mouth as long as we
see the animal drinking. We need to repeat the process
two or three times a day: in the morning, during the day
and in the evening.
The terrarium should be cleaned in every 2 or 3 weeks,
but it is strictly prohibited to use chemicals on the glass,
only natural detergents are allowed. The most appropriate
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