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Southern Dwarf Chameleon
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Southern Dwarf Chameleon

Place of Origin and Range The Southern Dwarf chameleon occurs in the Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Description The young resemble miniature versions of the adults, with muted colours, and typically reach no more than 2 cm in length at birth. Adults can vary quite significantly in colour variety, saturation and pattern, some appearing much more vibrant than others. The tail is prehensile, and the feet are well evolved to grasping twigs, with minute claws on the end which improve grip.
Morph Patterns Available Yes
Adult Size Can grow up to 15 cm (5.9 in)
Accommodation This chameleon lives in a number of habitat types in its native range, including plateaus, mountains, and valleys. Like other chameleons, it is arboreal, living in trees and other large plants. It prefers warmer temperatures, generally between 75° to 95°F (24° to 35°C). Also you want to include a bathing dish big enough for your chameleon to climb in without overflowing. To improve shedding. 2 ft x 2 ft x 4 ft terrarium for an adult.
Lifespan Can live 2- 5 years
Feeding / Diet Eats a variety of tiny insects., foraging along the forest floor. Searching for prey with its independently moving, protruding eyes and catching insects with its long, sticky tongue.
Breeding It breeds twice per year, once in the dry season and again at the end of the wet season. 20 to 50 eggs are laid per clutch
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