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Reproduction of Vieled Chameleon
The lifespan of a veiled chameleon is usually five years for females and up to eight years for males (Crabtree, 1999). They reach sexual maturity within 4 to 5 months (8-12 inches). During the breeding season, females turn from their usual light green to a blackish-green with blue and yellow spots on their bodies within 18 hours of a successful mating. Egg laying will occur between 20 - 30 days after mating. Their typical clutch size is 35 - 85 eggs, and breeding may occur up to three times a year.
Veiled Chameleons naturally breed once a year in September and October but in captivity they will breed 3 to 4 times a year. Clutches range in size from 20 to 50 eggs although reports of up to 70 have been made. The eggs should be incubated at temperatures between 32 oC (during the day) to 22 oC (at night). At these temperatures, incubation will take between 168-220 days. The most important factor is to make sure that your animals are getting plenty of high quality food to ensure proper recovery of the female after the eggs are laid.