This species is mostly green with orange markings on its body and head. The males are brighter green, while the females tend to be duller. This is one of the chameleon species that gives live birth, rather than laying eggs. Setaro’s Dwarf Chameleon This small chameleon is in the same genus as the Mount Hanang chameleon, and it does often have some similar coloration. In particular, individuals with some blue patterning often have the same shade of blue as Mount Hanang chameleons have on their heads. Males usually are brighter in color than females. 16. Globe-Horned Chameleon

Another three-horned variety, the Johnston’s chameleon is sometimes called the Ruwenzori chameleon. It is native to Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Though they are sometimes sold as pets, they are not as readily available as some other pet chameleon species. Meller’s Chameleon Also referred to as the Two-Striped or Side-Striped chameleon, this species is endemic to Sudan, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Somalia, Kenya, Uganda, and parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is often brownish in color, showing a set of broken white stripes down each side of its body. Veiled ChameleonPiper, Ross (2007). Extraordinary Animals: An Encyclopedia of Curious and Unusual Animals. Greenwood Press. p. 74. ISBN 9780313339226. This species is found in Nigeria, Cameroon, Mali and, of course, Senegal. It is usually olive colored, and about 9 or so inches in length. In this species, the female is generally larger than the male. Tiger Chameleon It is a classic piece to use as a house plant with long shiny leaves and requires less maintenance, thus acting as a good companion for your Chameleon. Jasmine smells good and can survive up to 75°F. The white flowers will enhance the look of your enclosure while keeping it fresh and appealing to the eye. Colorful feature:These pretty, relatively large chameleons are an interesting mix of color. They are usually bright green with grayish heads. However, their lower jaws are usually turquoise, with the skin around the eye being bright green.

While sometimes confused by name with the Veiled chameleon, the Hooded chameleon is a unique species from northeast Madagascar. Unlike the former, the latter is considered a vulnerable species and is generally not available on the pet market. Malthe Chameleon Schefflera tree Schefflera tree is good for tropical regions, it can be kept inside a chameleon`s enclosure Colorful feature:As with many chameleon species, the color of this one varies significantly, although it is normally some shade of green. As you can see in the picture, some also have colors that are blended with dreamy blue. Colorful feature:These chameleons are one of the many species that vary substantially when it comes to coloration. They can range from yellow to brown to green to gray. As you can see in the photo, sometimes they have intricate patterns made of multiple colors. Also distinguished by their minimal size, Antongil Leaf chameleons are from northeastern Madagascar. As a result of deforestation, populations of this species have become smaller and more fragmented. Because of this, they are considered endangered. Armored Leaf ChameleonChameleons are a distinct group of lizards that are found in the mainland of sub-Saharan Africa and on the island of Madagascar. There are a few species that live in northern Africa, southern Europe, the Middle East, southern India, Sri Lanka, and smaller islands in the western Indian Ocean. Chameleons in captivity also need to be able to climb as high as possible. This allows them to feel safe and a lot less stressed. Placing a cage on a high table helps in achieving this. Well, mostly physics and maybe just a little bit of magic and mirrors. It was often believed that the color change in a chameleon’s skin cells had something to do mainly with pigmentation, but scientists in 2015 found that they also do this by adjusting special cells in their skin that contain very small crystals (nanocrystals) that reflect light.

From northwest Madagascar, this chameleon species is usually brown or grayish and has a distinctive spike at the front of its head. Often, the Angel’s chameleon also has white stripes down the sides of its body. Panther Chameleon Chameleons are mostly found in dry places like Africa, but some are also in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Most people have at least a passing familiarity with chameleons, the lizards known for changing their colors to camouflage when needed. But not everyone knows that there are actually over one hundred different chameleon species. And many of them are even more colorful than you’re imagining! List of Colorful Chameleons

Bright, vibrant colors often mean that a Chameleon is feeling threatened. This display of bright color is meant to help them show dominance and warn opponents to stay away. These plants have a unique pattern on them, depending on their different varieties. Direct and excessive sunlight can remove or alter their pattern.