About This Animal

• Color-Changing Experts: Chameleons can change their skin color to blend in with their surroundings or communicate with other chameleons. They do this by expanding or contracting special cells in their skin.
• Long Tongues: Chameleons have super long tongues that can shoot out and catch insects quickly. Their tongues can be twice the length of their bodies!
• 360-Degree Vision: Chameleons can move their eyes independently of each other, giving them almost 360-degree vision. They can see all around them without moving their heads.
• Sticky Feet: Their feet have special pads that help them grip branches and trees tightly. This helps them stay secure while climbing.
• Prehensile Tails: Some chameleons have tails that can wrap around branches like a hand, helping them balance and hold on.
• Slow Movers: Chameleons are usually not very fast movers. They take their time climbing and hunting for food.
• Diverse Sizes: Chameleons come in various sizes, from tiny ones that are only a few inches long to larger ones that can be over 2 feet long!
• Long Lifespan: Some chameleons can live for several years, with certain species living up to 10 years or more in captivity.
• Mimicry Artists: While they can change color, they don’t do it just for camouflage. They might also change colors to show their mood or to attract a mate.
• Habitat Variety: Chameleons are found in different habitats, including rainforests, deserts, and mountains, mostly in Africa and Madagascar.