In Captivity
These chameleons do make good pets, but only if taken care of correctly. They require high amounts of humidity, and are required to be in an all mesh screened cage like all chameleons. And are in general very needy of colder temperatures during the night. Too much heat, or an excessive amount of humidity, can cause eye infections and upper respiratory infections in these animals. In captivity, the Jackson's Chameleon can be expected to live somewhere between 5 and 10 years.
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