Through years of experience, testing various products and lots of trial and error we have finally combined a group of products that we feel will give you, the customer, the best environment to correctly grow and house your pet chameleon. We believe that our kits are one of the best on the market and include everything that we use here at Tiki Tiki Reptiles but on a smaller scale. Some kits are incomplete or include things which are unnecessary, thus driving up the cost. Our kit has everything that you can ask for and then some but still remains affordable. At Tiki Tiki Reptiles you are able to purchase a cage kit and chameleon for under $250.00 total!
We have two different kit options for you to choose from, the Basic Kit and the Deluxe Kit. Both kits have everything you need to care for your chameleon, however the Deluxe Kit has a few additional luxury items both for you and your chameleon. For example the 100% organic live ficus plant will be a great pesticide free home for your chameleon, while the Moto-Mister will prevent a tired forearm from hand misting.
Chameleon kits are shipped in 2 boxes, 1 will have your cage inside and the other will contain the remainder of your items. Once you have your habitat set up and ready we will then ship your chameleon, or if you like we can arrange them to arrive on the same day. Cage kits will have a flat rate shipping of $25 for the basic kit and $30 for the deluxe.
Compare our kit prices with any major retailer and watch the savings add up!
Here is a video on the basics of chameleon care. Below you will find more detailed information as well as more specific videos detailing different aspects of your chameleons needs.
| Item | Retail |
| 16x16x20 All Screen Cage | $42.99 |
| 5.5" Ceramic Heat Fixture | $12.99 |
| 60w Day Time Bulb | $4.99 |
| Fluorescent Fixture | $27.99 |
| Reptisun 5.0 UVB Bulb | $25.99 |
| Lg Water Dripper | $9.99 |
| Moto Mister | $14.99 |
| Automatic On/Off Timer | $9.99 |
| Digital Temp/Humidity Gauge With Probe | $18.99 |
| Small LIVE Ficus Tree | $17.99 |
| Calcium Plus | $21.99 |
| New Chameleon Handbook | $19.15 |
| 72" Tropical Vine | $4.99 |
| 6' Bio Vine | $12.50 |
| Dusting Cup | $1.50 |
| Grand Total | $260.00 |
| Tiki Total | $220.00 |
| Total Savings | $40.00 |
| Item | Retail |
| 16x16x20 All Screen Cage | $42.99 |
| 5.5" Ceramic Heat Fixture | $12.99 |
| Fluorescent Fixture | $27.99 |
| Reptisun 5.0 UVB Bulb | $25.99 |
| Water Dripper | $4.99 |
| Hand Spray Bottle | $4.99 |
| Digital Thermometer With Probe | $8.99 |
| 72" Tropical Vine | $4.99 |
| 6' Bio Vine | $12.62 |
| Calcium Plus | $21.99 |
| Chameleons In Captivity Book | $9.99 |
| Cricket Dusting Cup | $1.50 |
| Grand Total | $180.00 |
| Tiki Total | $155.00 |
| Total Savings | $25.00 |
Cage
Our kits include a 16”x16”x20” 100% all screen cage that is made in the USA. They are made out of Stainless steel and Aluminum that will NEVER rust. This cage will house most small chameleons until they are at least 10 months old. Several advantages are gained in the use of a small cage with baby chameleons. The most important of which is that it makes it easy to know if your baby is eating or not. A small cage allows your pet to easily find its food. When your chameleon outgrows his cage you can then use its small cage for vet trips or best of all, fill it with another baby chameleon! Assembling the cage is easy and instructions are included; however, here is a video to show you how it’s done!
Lights
Your chameleon will need two types of light, one for heat and one special UVB bulb. The UVB bulb emits rays which are naturally given off by the sun. Since your chameleon is going to be kept inside you will need to use this bulb. UVB rays help the chameleon to absorb calcium into its body which is why without this bulb many chameleons get very ill. The other light you need provides heat. Our deluxe kit includes a full spectrum heat bulb, however, in a pinch you can use a plain incandescent bulb. You want the basking spot for baby chameleons to be around 90 degrees, so use whatever size bulb needed to reach this temperature. Use your included thermometer to check this because a chameleon that cannot get warm will soon fall ill.
Water
Watering is one of the most important aspects of your chameleons care. Chameleons can become dehydrated if the humidity is too low or if you don’t give them enough chances to drink. A chameleon WILL NOT drink from a bowl of standing water so you need to use both items in the kit to make sure it gets enough water. Fill your adjustable dripper and set it so it has a slow consistent drip, ideally you want this to last most of the day, place it so the drip falls on the foliage inside the cage so the chameleon can lap it up. Doing this 4-5 times a week will keep your chameleon nice and happy. Also you will need to hand mist its cage 2-3 times a day to keep the humidity up and give your chameleon another chance to drink. This you will need to do every day. A dehydrated chameleon is one of the most common problems that we have to deal with when getting emails from customers. Following the guidelines above and giving your chameleon a little time daily it will remain hydrated and happy.
Feeding
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Vitamins / Supplementation
Feeding your chameleon is one of the most enjoyable aspects of keeping them and watching a chameleon shoot out its long sticky tongue provides endless entertainment. Insects that you purchase are basically an empty shell full of potato or any other commercial diet than can hardly be considered healthy. The best thing to do is feed them a gutload such as Cricket Crack! This is a well-balanced insect food that will turn a normal cricket into super healthy well balanced feeder.
Because your chameleons will be kept indoors under artificial conditions you will need to supplement it with things it would otherwise get from nature. This is made easy by coating your insects in the included dusting cup in your kit. Our kits come with several types of vitamins and they should be used according to a schedule so you do not overdose your chameleons on any 1 thing. Supplementation is hardly an exact science and this is what has worked for us, feel free to do your own research and see what may work the best for you.
Please take a few minutes and watch our video on how to care for and supplement your bugs.
Our affordable kits include everything you need to take care of your NEW pet chameleon!
Starting at $155
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The smallest is Lulu and she is very active climbing up and down her cage. big sister is much quieter but is starting to explore ore as the hours go by. They are very much wanted and will be loved. Thank you!! ~Teri Lee
