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Looks like a sweetie. Is he/she basking in this picture?

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This seems like a very sensible set-up. Is he still hanging out on the hammock to the exclusion of all other possible spots?

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Do you handle her very much?

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Yep, I concur.

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Oh that should be a lot of fun. Another forum member just had 22 babies! What made you decide on chameleons as companion animals?

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He looks pretty well fed. Is he easy to handle?

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Is Kiwi super shy?

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These guys are such fun. How old is she?

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One to two degrees seems about right. I’m wondering if the basking spot directly beneath the heat lamp is a little too warm for him right now. An accurate reading about 5-6 inches below the heat lamp might help to determine that. It could be one reason he is sticking with the hammock.

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He definitely has the blues, but doesn’t seem to feel bad at all! Is he your only chammie?

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Our pleasure! It’s so important to keep those wonderful safe and happy.

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John’s suggestion about neosporin is a good one. I use triple antibiotic for those cases. I don’t think a vet trip is needed, unless infection sets in, then the little guy needs to be seen immediately. If the area of the bites seems to be reddening, then it’s time for professional help.

Hungry crickets of all kinds can be very aggressive. If you still wish to feed crickets, I would not put them in the tank without observing the feeding for the next several weeks, and possibly longer. Mealworms are not a good choice for leopard geckos, but some dubia roaches might be a good alternative. Black soldier fly larvae are also pretty safe.

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AB is correct that it will not melt the plastic or hurt the screen. It may give off a gentle heat, like a heating pad on a low setting, that may raise the temperature in the habitat a degree or two. Once it’s set-up and has been on a couple of hours, monitor the heat throughout to make sure there is still an acceptable temperature gradient for your guy so he can get out of the heat occasionally.

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Nice play date. Looks like all different ages and sizes. You have a total of three?

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Our illustrious keymaster is correct, there are things you can do. Read the guide first, and then post any further questions specific to your circumstances, needs and budget and I will be happy to guide you.

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