Nosey Radama

NOSEY RADAMA

Furcifer pardalis

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SATURN is the newest member of our family. She joined us in December 2009 at 9 months old, originally bred by MKChameleon. Saturn was very shy when we first had her but after a month settling in she has come out of her shell. She is very sweet natured and willingly comes out to say hello. She loves to be misted and will stand on her back legs relishing the warm water droplets. We are looking to breed her with Closeau later in 2010.

Closeau 12 months old CLOSEAU is an amazing member of the family. He is the kindest by far with a very calm temperament. He is the chameleon of choice when trying to calm nerves of people who are new to reptiles. He is very good with children and is happy to take part in displays at events. Closeau is a delight to own. Nosey Radamas are not very well known about in the UK and we looking forward to using Closeau in a breeding project with Saturn to increase the numbers of this stunning locality.

OFF SPRING

We currently have no eggs or hatchlings available for sale.

If you would like us to e_mail you when we have hatchlings available, e_mail us and we will add you to our hatchling list.

Use this e_mail address to contact us with any questions or to reserve a hatching

chameleoncity@hotmail.co.uk

CARE SHEET

Natural location	Madagascar
Lifespan in captivity	up to 8 years
Length	up to 20” nose to tail, females typically much smaller
Diet	Variety of livefoods
Supplements	Calcium supplements with vitamin D3 (either a 2:1 calcium to phosphorus ratio, or is phosphorus free). Vitamin supplements. Adults: Supplement with both once or twice weekly Juveniles: Calcium supplement every other feed. Vitamin supplements weekly
Vivarium	Adult : 2ftx2ftx3ft Under 4months : 18”x18”x20”
Cage mates	NO! chameleons are very territorial and will quickly become distressed with other cage mates
Decoration	Live plants – particularly Umbrella trees Variety of branches and vines in all directions
UV-B	Definitely needed. We recommend the Arcadia 8-10% bulb
UV-A	Recommended for wellbeing and natural behaviour. Most good UV-B bulbs also provide UV-A
Temperature	75F and 80F (24C and 28C) during the day and similar at night
Basking site	Yes - 90F (32C) for adults Babies - a small 20W desk light will provide a light spot without too much extra heat since babies prefer it cooler until 4 months ALL bulbs (UV and heat) should be behind a screen covering to prevent the chameleon touching the bulb
Humidity	Adults and hatchlings 2-3 times daily misting will encourage the chameleon to drink but allow to dry out between sprays to avoid stagnant water.
Ventilation	Very important. To create good airflow place large vent panels at the bottom and top of the vivarium. Mesh vivariums or adapted wooden vivariums work well. View walkabout reptiles for a selection of vivariums

LOCAL VETS

CHAT

VIVARIUMS

CRESTED GECKO FOOD

UV LIGHTING AND DRY GOODS

LIVE FOOD