{"id":1158,"date":"2021-12-14T23:00:55","date_gmt":"2021-12-14T23:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/?p=1158"},"modified":"2023-01-09T16:35:57","modified_gmt":"2023-01-09T16:35:57","slug":"how-big-do-veiled-chameleons-get","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/how-big-do-veiled-chameleons-get\/","title":{"rendered":"How Big Do Veiled Chameleons Get? [Must Read]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Veiled Chameleons are one of the many species of Chameleons, and they\u2019re also the largest. So, how big do Veiled Chameleons get? In this article, after giving a brief overview of what a Veiled Chameleon is, we\u2019ll discuss a Veiled Chameleon size as they grow from hatchling to adult. In addition to sharing the Veiled Chameleon full size, we\u2019ll discuss a Veiled Chameleon tank size, their lifespan, and how fast they grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Veiled-Chameleon-001.jpg\" alt=\"How Big Do Veiled Chameleons Get\" class=\"wp-image-1852\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Veiled-Chameleon-001.jpg 800w, https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Veiled-Chameleon-001-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Veiled-Chameleon-001-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Veiled Chameleon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li ><a href=\"#strong-what-is-a-veiled-chameleon-strong\">What Is A Veiled Chameleon?<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#strong-how-big-do-veiled-chameleons-get-strong\">How Big Do Veiled Chameleons Get?<\/a><ul><li ><a href=\"#strong-how-big-do-female-veiled-chameleons-get-strong\">How Big Do Female Veiled Chameleons Get?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li ><a href=\"#strong-how-fast-do-veiled-chameleons-grow-strong\">How Fast Do Veiled Chameleons Grow?<\/a><ul><li ><a href=\"#strong-when-do-veiled-chameleons-hit-their-adult-size-strong\">When Do Veiled Chameleons Hit Their Adult Size?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li ><a href=\"#veiled-chameleon-growth-chart\">Veiled Chameleon Growth Chart<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#strong-what-veiled-chameleon-cage-size-do-you-need-strong\">What Veiled Chameleon Cage Size Do You Need?<\/a><ul><li ><a href=\"#can-a-small-enclosure-stunt-a-veiled-chameleons-growth\">Can A Small Enclosure Stunt A Veiled Chameleon\u2019s Growth?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li ><a href=\"#strong-how-long-do-veiled-chameleons-live-strong\">How Long Do Veiled Chameleons Live?<\/a><\/li><li ><a href=\"#strong-conclusion-strong\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strong-what-is-a-veiled-chameleon-strong\"><strong>What Is A Veiled Chameleon?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know there are 160 species of Chameleons? <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Veiled_chameleon\" data-lasso-id=\"5646\" rel=\"noopener\">Veiled Chameleon<\/a>s are one of them, and they are commonly found on coastal plains, mountains, and high deserts in Yemen and Saudi Arabia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This Chameleon got its name because of the veil on top of its head, which helps them survive the harsh hot weather of these climates. In addition to staying cool, dew drops can collect on the veil and trickle down to the mouth and hydrate them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get a Veiled Chameleon for a pet, you\u2019ll need a large enclosure that\u2019s well-ventilated. Glass or plastic won\u2019t do. You\u2019ll need a cage that\u2019s screen-sided all the way around. Also, it needs to be tall enough for them to climb high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside their enclosure, you\u2019ll want to add hiding spots, but most of all, plenty of areas to climb. For example, you can add tree branches, logs, or artificial vines. Of course, they\u2019ll also need plenty of synthetic or natural plants within their enclosure to mimic their habitat as best as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, Veiled Chameleons need humid and dry temperatures. To help them digest their food, lights and heat with a basking spot through the use of a UVB bulb will help. The basking spot should be about 95 to 100 degrees F.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, this Chameleon has a varied diet from insects to dark leafy greens. They might even enjoy vegetables and fruit once in a while. Overall, Veiled Chameleons are calm and quiet. They make excellent pets, but they prefer to be alone. They\u2019ll become stressed and possibly aggressive if they\u2019re handled too much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, did you know that Veiled Chameleons are one of the largest species of Chameleon? So, how big does a Veiled Chameleon get? First, let\u2019s talk about their size and growth chart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strong-how-big-do-veiled-chameleons-get-strong\"><strong>How Big Do Veiled Chameleons Get?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how big is a full size Veiled Chameleon? When it comes to deciding which Veiled Chameleon you want to get, you\u2019ll want to consider their gender. For instance, males grow to be larger than females.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you have a larger setup for their enclosure, you can get away with getting a male or female. On the other hand, getting a female Veiled Chameleon might be a better option if you have a smaller space for their enclosure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch this video:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Male Vs. Female Veiled Chameleons!\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AtqxAA4ZLW0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With that said, male Veiled Chameleons can grow to be about 20 inches in length. This means from the tip of their nose to the tip of their tail. However, there have been some cases where a male Veiled Chameleon has grown to be up to 24 inches long.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, aside from the length, male Veiled Chameleons naturally look larger because they are bulkier than females. Being bulkier is good to chase away predators and protect their territory. Males will also puff up and appear bulkier to females for mating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The veil on top of a male Veiled Chameleon\u2019s head is typically larger than a female\u2019s.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strong-how-big-do-female-veiled-chameleons-get-strong\"><strong>How Big Do Female Veiled Chameleons Get?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How big do Veiled Chameleons grow as females?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Female Veiled Chameleons aren\u2019t too far behind the males. For instance, measuring them from nose tip to tail tip, full-grown female Veiled Chameleons can be up to 18 inches long. Unlike males, females won\u2019t grow bulky or appear bigger for any reason. The only time they\u2019ll seem larger than usual is when they\u2019re pregnant.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list\">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1673281977427\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><strong>How Big Are Baby Veiled Chameleons?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>Remember that this species of Chameleon is one of the largest. So, when you have a baby Veiled Chameleon, you can expect them to already be about four inches long upon hatching. They won\u2019t stay that size for long though. In fact, Chameleons grow quickly and they grow the most when they are young.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strong-how-fast-do-veiled-chameleons-grow-strong\"><strong>How Fast Do Veiled Chameleons Grow?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Veiled Chameleons will grow the fastest when they\u2019re young. As babies, you can expect them to grow about one inch per week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As they reach juvenile age, which is about six months old, then their growth rate will begin to slow down. However, they\u2019ll still grow at a good pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once they reach adulthood at 12 months, then your Veiled Chameleon\u2019s growth will slow down significantly. However, depending on their gender and care, they might already be their full size by this age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As babies and juveniles, you&#8217;ll notice that your Veiled Chameleon eats a lot. They have a varied diet and it&#8217;s essential to them to get the nutrients they need to properly grow to their full size. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/what-do-veiled-chameleons-eat\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1084\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5647\">You can learn more about a Veiled Chameleon&#8217;s diet here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strong-when-do-veiled-chameleons-hit-their-adult-size-strong\"><strong>When Do Veiled Chameleons Hit Their Adult Size?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The time it takes for them to reach their full size also varies depending on the gender. For example, males grow faster than females.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, a male Veiled Chameleon will reach their full adult size by the time they are 12 months old. On the other hand, females may be their full adult size anytime between 12 months and 18 months old. In most cases, they won\u2019t be fully grown until they\u2019re about 18 months old.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, even as adults, Veiled Chameleons will continue to grow. The Veiled Chameleon adult size is about 18 to 20 inches, but they won\u2019t grow longer than that. However, they will continue to put on weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, Veiled Chameleons are constantly growing throughout their life. However, it\u2019s not significant enough for you to notice a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you see your Veiled Chameleon shedding their skin, don\u2019t fret. This simply means that they\u2019re putting on weight, and their skin is becoming too tight for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"veiled-chameleon-growth-chart\">Veiled Chameleon Growth Chart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To visualize how big (and how fast) Veiled Chameleons grow to their full size, take a look at the chart below. In addition, you can see how big your Veiled Chameleon should be based on their age. If you\u2019re unsure if they\u2019re growing well, then you can always consult your veterinarian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Age<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Length<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hatchling<\/td><td>Less than 1\/10 of an ounce<\/td><td>3 to 4 inches<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Month<\/td><td>.2 to .3 ounces<\/td><td>4 to 6 inches<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2 Months<\/td><td>.7 to 1.25 ounces<\/td><td>5 to 7 inches<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3 Months<\/td><td>1.5 to 2.5 ounces<\/td><td>8 to 12 inches<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4 Months<\/td><td>2.75 to 3.25 ounces<\/td><td>10 to 14 inches<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6 Months<\/td><td>4.5 to 6 ounces<\/td><td>12 to 18 inches<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9 Months<\/td><td>6 to 6.75 ounces<\/td><td>14 to 20 inches<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Year<\/td><td>6.75 to 9 ounces<\/td><td>18 to 24 inches<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strong-what-veiled-chameleon-cage-size-do-you-need-strong\"><strong>What Veiled Chameleon Cage Size Do You Need?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Any species of Chameleon needs an enclosure that allows them plenty of space and ventilation. However, with Veiled Chameleons being the largest, you\u2019ll want a cage that\u2019s no smaller than 24x24x48 inches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, the cage needs to be taller instead of wider. Chameleons are typically found climbing trees, so it is ideal to allow them plenty of space to climb high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-a-small-enclosure-stunt-a-veiled-chameleons-growth\">Can A Small Enclosure Stunt A Veiled Chameleon\u2019s Growth?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, a small enclosure cannot directly affect the growth of your Veiled Chameleon. However, what it will do is cause your Veiled Chameleon to be stressed and anxious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your Veiled Chameleon is too stressed all the time, then it could very well stunt their growth. They won\u2019t feel healthy enough to grow, so they won\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your Veiled Chameleon doesn\u2019t (or can\u2019t) grow to its proper size, then it can decrease its lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strong-how-long-do-veiled-chameleons-live-strong\"><strong>How Long Do Veiled Chameleons Live?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe it or not, the lifespan of a male and female Veiled Chameleon is different. Males can live longer than females.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, the average lifespan of a male Veiled Chameleon is between six and eight years. On the other hand, the average lifespan of a female is about four to six years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, a female can live as long as seven years. However, it\u2019s not common for them to live that long.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strong-conclusion-strong\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, Veiled Chameleons are large reptiles. In fact, they\u2019re part of the iguana subspecies, so you can expect to have a large lizard at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an enclosure big enough for them to grow and roam within their screened walls, you\u2019ll have a healthy, happy Veiled Chameleon for a long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/chameleons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5648\"><em>Learn more about Veiled Chameleons here.<\/em><\/a> <em>You can also <a href=\"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/how-long-do-veiled-chameleons-live\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1219\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5649\">click here to learn how long Veiled Chameleons live<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/how-fast-do-chameleons-grow\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1163\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"5650\">here <\/a>to learn how fast Chameleons grow.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Complete guide to everything you need to know about how big veiled chameleons get including how fast veiled chameleons grow, what tank size they need and more<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":1852,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[],"taxonomy_info":{"category":[{"value":9,"label":"Chameleons"}]},"featured_image_src_large":["https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Veiled-Chameleon-001.jpg",800,534,false],"author_info":{"display_name":"Frank Kane","author_link":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/author\/frank-kane\/"},"comment_info":0,"category_info":[{"term_id":9,"name":"Chameleons","slug":"chameleons","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":9,"taxonomy":"category","description":"Chameleon Care and Health: Tips and advice on how to keep your chameleons healthy, including information on diet, habitat setup, humidity, and common health concerns.","parent":0,"count":20,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":9,"category_count":20,"category_description":"Chameleon Care and Health: Tips and advice on how to keep your chameleons healthy, including information on diet, habitat setup, humidity, and common health concerns.","cat_name":"Chameleons","category_nicename":"chameleons","category_parent":0}],"tag_info":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1158"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1158"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1158\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2202,"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1158\/revisions\/2202"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1852"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1158"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1158"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allourcreatures.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1158"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}