Baby Cuban False Chameleon Pair For Sale

Baby Cuban False Chameleon Pair For Sale

Baby Cuban False Chameleon Pair For Sale (Anolis barbatus) are medium-sized, diurnal, arboreal lizards that measure around 7” long from snout to vent with a relatively short tail. As suggested by their common name, they are native to the forests of Cuba. Cuban false chameleons can be identified by their large chameleon-like head, laterally compressed body shape, and an irregular, bark-like tan and brown pattern. They even have protruding, independently-moving eyes like chameleons! Their dewlap is white rimmed with peach-pink and decorated with spikes along the edge. Cuban false chameleons are getting more popular in the pet trade, but relatively little is known about helping them thrive in captivity, so this can be considered a more high-effort pet. Cuban false chameleons should have access to a basking temperature of 90°F, as measured by a digital probe thermometer with the probe placed on the basking surface. The lower regions of the enclosure should be cooler and between 77-80°F. Provide heat for your false chameleon by imitating the sun with a ~40w heat bulb placed on one side of the enclosure and mounted horizontally inside a hood-type fixture. Do not use ceramic heat emitters (CHEs), red bulbs, or blue bulbs, as these are not as effective. The basking surface should be a sturdy branch placed 6-8” below the heat lamp, depending on which UVB bulb you’re using. The heat source should be turned off at night. Nighttime temperatures can drop as low as 62°F, but should be no warmer than 73°F. Unfortunately, these interesting-looking reptiles don’t have the longest lifespan. On average, the lifespan of a Cuban false chameleon is between three and six years in captivity. The average size of a Cuban false chameleon is about six to seven inches from snout to vent. Their fairly short tail adds a couple of extra inches to their overall size measurement. Good hydration is a must. However, Cuban false chameleons don’t lap up water from a bowl. Instead, they drink from leaves and flat surfaces! You can include a small water bowl in the enclosure as another enrichment item. The lizard may use it to soak and cool off. But to ensure that they’re staying hydrated, many owners like to install a drip system. Place the drip system above a smooth horizontal surface, such as a perch or large leaf. Interestingly enough, Cuban false chameleons don’t survive on insects alone like other reptiles. In the wild, these creatures actually eat wild snails! But don’t go picking snails from the garden. Chances are, those snails are rife with disease. Plus, they could contain nasty pesticides. Instead, go to a snail supplier or pet retailer. Snails from a reputable supplier will be clean, parasite-free, and safe for your lizard.