Panther Chameleonパンサーカメレオン

Species Data

Classification

Squamata / Chamaeleonidae Source

Distribution

Native to eastern and northern Madagascar, and introduced to Réunion, Mauritius, and Florida. Source

Did You Know?

• Males vary dramatically in coloration by locality—vivid blue in Nosy Be, red, green, or orange around Ambilobe and Antsiranana—and these regional color forms are marketed as distinct "locales" in the pet trade. Source
• Females tend to stay a muted brownish color regardless of locality, showing far less regional color variation than males. Source
• Females lay clutches of 10 to 46 eggs in the soil, which take roughly 240 days to hatch. Source

FAQ

Why do panther chameleons look so different depending on where they're from?

Males show striking regional color variation—for example, vivid blue individuals from Nosy Be versus red, green, or orange individuals near Ambilobe—and these locality-based color forms are recognized and traded as distinct "locales." Source

Do male and female panther chameleons look different?

Yes. Males are larger and far more colorful, with dramatic locality-based patterns, while females are smaller and tend to stay a fairly uniform brownish color regardless of where they come from. Source

How long do panther chameleons live?

Lifespans are short: in the wild few survive beyond a year, and in captivity females typically live around 3 years while males can reach 5 to 7 years with good care. Source