| The word Chameleon in Ancient Greek (Khamaileon) | | | | sighted, they can focus both eyes on it which helps |
| means "Ground (khamai) Lion (-leon)". Chameleons are | | | | creates a sense of depth and distance. Their tail is |
| specially adapted and are located in various parts of | | | | also quite notable for its "curly" shape, as it is used |
| Africa, Madagascar, Spain, Portugal, South Asia and | | | | for grasping and balancing. Most Chameleons are |
| have been introduced to Hawaii and California. | | | | carnivores and will solely live off insects and other |
| The Chameleon is distinctively well known for its | | | | small creatures. However, some species of |
| ability to change colour, however this is not for | | | | Chameleon are omnivores, and tend to enjoy the |
| camouflage purposes, but instead is a way of | | | | occasional vegetation. |
| communication. This is done by the shifting of cells | | | | If you decide to purchase a Chameleon as a pet, |
| (chromatophores) in specially designed pigment layers. | | | | make sure you thoroughly research Chameleons as |
| Chameleons are believed to be deaf due to the lack | | | | they are very delicate animals. Their habitat and |
| of an outer/middle ear, although some chameleons | | | | climate, all need to be set up before the Chameleon |
| are thought to be able to sense vibrations through | | | | can be introduced to their new environment. |
| solid objects, as a form of communication and is also | | | | Chameleons are very susceptible to Metabolic Bone |
| used for hunting. | | | | disease and diseases that affect their immune |
| They have a very long and sticky tongue with | | | | system. Make sure you supplement their diet, make |
| incredibly powerful jaws; even young chameleons can | | | | sure they get at least 8 hours of UV light, and in the |
| eat very large insects. Chameleons posses | | | | in case the worst-case-scenario does happen, make |
| stereoscopic eyes, allowing them to have a | | | | sure you have insurance. |
| 360-degree view of their surroundings; when prey is | | | | |