Panther Chameleon vs Uromastyx
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Panther Chameleon | Uromastyx | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Advanced | Intermediate |
| Adult size | 15-20 inches | 10-18 inches (some species up to 30 inches) |
| Lifespan | 5-8 years | 15-20 years |
| Min enclosure | 48x24x24 inches (screen enclosure recommended) | 40 gallon / 36x18x18 inches |
| Basking temp | 85-95°F | 120-130°F |
| Humidity | 50-70% | 10-30% |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 5.0/6% (Ferguson zone 3) | Yes - T5 HO 10.0 or 12% (Ferguson zone 3-4) |
| Diet | Insectivorous: gut-loaded crickets, roaches, worms; juveniles daily, adults every other day; dust with calcium+D3 and multivitamin. | Herbivorous: dark leafy greens (collard, mustard, dandelion), squash, bell peppers, occasional seeds/legumes; no insects for adults. Feed daily with calcium supplement (no D3) every feeding. |