Jackson's chameleon book for care, feeding, handling, health and common myths.

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.

What do chameleons eat? Do they really change color? These are just a few of the many questions answered in this book.

They change color depending on their mood. They possess uniquely adapted hands and feet distinct from other tetrapods. They feature independently movable eyes. This comprehensive volume delves into these fascinating details and thorough research about one of the most charismatic families of reptilesÑChameleonidae. Written for professional herpetologists, scholars, researchers, and students, this book takes readers on a voyage across time to discover everything that is known about chameleon biology: anatomy, physiology, adaptations, ecology, behavior, biogeography, phylogeny, classification, and conservation. A description of the natural history of chameleons is given, along with the fossil record and typical characteristics of each genus. The state of chameleons in the modern world is also depicted, complete with new information on the most serious threats to these remarkable reptiles.

All you need to know about keeping & breeding chameleons.

The Roborovski Hamster as a pet is relatively new having only been domesticated in the 1970s and gained popularity around the 1990s. Compared to other hamster species, especially dwarf hamsters, it has a relatively long life span and can live in captivity for up to four years. With information on where to buy and how to select a healthy hamster right through to caring for these creatures successfully this book is for anyone who is considering a Roborovski Hamster or who already has one but is looking for extra information on how to look after them. 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. Unlike other books that often focus on hamster care as a whole this is targeted at the Roborovski Hamster specifically. By the time you reach the end you should be able to provide your new pet with a stress free environment and give it a happy and long life. If you only buy one book about Roborovski Hamsters make sure it's this one. Covered in this book: - Bedding And Nesting - What Is Good And What To Avoid - Breeding - Cage Options And How To Choose A Suitable One - Cleaning - Costs - Finding A Lost Hamster - Food - What To Give And What To Avoid - Frequently Asked Questions - Hamster Accessories - Hamster Clubs And Shows - How Distinguish Between Males and Females - How To Identify Healthy Hamster - Is A Roborovski Hamster For Me? - Medical Conditions - Settling In And Taming - Special Features ...and much more.

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