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Anonymous
The size of the enclosure/humidity is completely dependant on species. Captive bred specimens of the commonly kept varieties (veileds, jacksons and panthers) are fairly easy to keep if you've done your homework and know what you're doing and can provide the right environment... one of the biggest problems with chameleons is that the wild-caught imports that once dominated the market were loaded with parasites. It's not a trial-and-error affair, though. You can buy a nylon mesh cage suitable for an adult for under $300, plus you'll need basking lights, compact or fluorescent fluorescent/full-spectrum UV-lighting, live plants, a humidifier or drip-system, and a constant supply of suitable food. Some of the biggest problems with chameleons is properly balancing ventilation with humidity, as most species do require a fairly large amount of humidity but are susceptible to respiratory diseases if they don't get enough airflow. Another issue is stress. Stress will kill them, so you want to keep handling and noise to a minimum, and if at all possible keep any cats/dogs/large birds out of sight.
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