Provides details on the habitat, characteristics, and behavior of panther chameleons before comparing them to other animals such as an emerald tree boa, six-lined racerunner, and saltwater crocodile.

The one and only chameleon is world renowned for its ability to change its skin color rapidly (throughout movement of pigment cells) and for the outrageous length of its tongue (more than one and a half times its body length!). Relatives of agamids and iguanas, chameleons are insect-eating, tree climbing reptiles that have highly specialized needs. Written by a team of experienced herp experts, Chameleons intends to instruct keepers on how to best care for their chameleons and covers the four most commonly kept species: Jackson's chameleon with its prized triceratops horns on its head, panther chameleon with its spectacular coloration, veiled chameleon with its unusual casque on its head, and the rather large Parson's chameleon. The book subsequently is divided into four parts, each including an introduction and natural history, captive care, and reproduction of the species. Part I, Jackson's Chameleon was written by Sean McKeown; Part II, Panther Chameleon by Gary Ferguson, James B. Murphy, Achille Raselimanana, and Jean-Baptiste Ramanamanjato; Part III, Veiled Chameleon and Part IV, Parson's Chameleon by Kenneth Kalisch. References and index included.

Find out what a panther chameleon has in common with a web-footed gecko. Learn what sets a panther chameleon apart from a saltwater crocodile. Readers will compare and contrast key traits of Komodo dragons—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle—to traits of other reptiles. Charts and sidebars support key ideas and provide details. Through gathering information about similarities and differences, readers will make connections and draw conclusions about what makes this animal a reptile and how reptiles are alike and different from each other.

Given their unique body plans, independently mobile eyes and unthinkably long tongues, it should be no surprise that chameleons are some of the most popular lizards among reptile enthusiasts. Throw in their ability to change colors in spectacular fashion, and these lizards rise to nearly mythological levels. But this unusual biology means that these lizards require rather specific husbandry, and they are generally not suitable for beginners. Nevertheless, those with a bit of lizard keeping experience are likely to find that panther chameleons are well worth the additional effort they require. While panther chameleon husbandry can be challenging, success is likely if you are sufficiently dedicated and educate yourself about the animals. After learning about the biology, natural history and native habitats of panther chameleons, you will be better prepared to provide your pet with a suitable home, in which he can live a long, healthy life. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife. Covered in this book: - Description - Anatomy - Internal Anatomy - Biology - Behavior - Taxonomy - Phylogeny - The ideal environment - Ecology - Captive considerations - Myths and Misunderstandings - Husbandry - Enclosure - Lighting - Diet - Daily care - Monitoring - Maintenance - Acquiring - Interacting - Health - Breeding .... and much more

This monograph presents a comprehensive study of the natural history of a single high-profile lizard - the popular Malagasy panther chameleon. The authors make a case for the panther chameleon as a model organism with value for research, education, herpetoculture and conservation.

The Panther Chameleon is one of the most popular chameleon breeds to keep as pets as, compared to other breeds of chameleon, they adapt better to captivity. However no chameleon is easy to keep and many of them live short lives simply because new owners don't realise that these majestic creatures have very specific care needs. This book is for anyone who is thinking about buying a Panther Chameleon as a pet or who already has one but is unsure about how to take good care of it. It tells you what you need to know before purchasing - where to buy, what to look for and the questions you should be asking - as well as the important information you need to know after purchasing such as how to set up the perfect vivarium and how to keep your pet healthy. There is a lot of conflicting information out there which can be confusing, what should you believe and what should you ignore? This is an all in one, go to guide, which covers all the main topics and answers any questions you may have. It explains the common mistakes that owners often make so you can avoid them, dispels the myths that you may hear and tells you what symptoms you should look out for and how to prevent certain medical issues. Unlike other books that often focus on one aspect of Panther Chameleon care this is a fully comprehensive guide covering everything you need to know. By the time you reach the end you should be able to take great care of these animals. If you only buy one book about Panther Chameleons, make sure it's this one. Covered in this book.... - Common Myths - Egg Laying In Females - Free Ranging - Gut-Loading - How To Breed Panther Chameleons - How To Feed - How To Handle And Train Your Chameleon - How To Identify Male And Females - How To Set Up The Perfect Vivarium - Interesting Features - Medical Problems & Prevention - Misting And Watering Systems - Questions To Ask When Purchasing - Signs Of A Healthy Chameleon - The Cost Of Keeping A Chameleon - The Different Life Stages - Where To Buy .... and much more.

Written by an experienced chameleon breeder, this text is based on the knowledge acquired during the author's field trips to Africa to study these incredible creatures in their natural environment.