Veiled chameleon, Chamaeleo calyptrutus

The veiled chameleon is an arboreal lizard that can reach up to 2' in length. It should be kept in a well-planted enclosure provided with plenty of branches to allow for climbing and hiding. It displays a territorial behavior, thus only one male should be kept per enclosure. The substrate should be either reptile soil or prepared chips. Day temperature should be kept at 75 F, and between 68-70 F during the night. Veiled chameleons should be provided with a drip or bubbling watering system, as they may not drink from standing water. They should also be lightly misted twice a day. Their diet consists mainly of insects, but should also be supplemented with vegetables and fruit.