Weight issues?

[Thrush]

Hi!

I'm wondering if anyone knows how to tell if a chameleon is underweight? What are the signs to look for?


Thanks!
Thrush

[meow_mix450]

start seeing bone?

Meow

[CarlC]

The easiest way is to invest in a gram scale. Weekly weighings are the best way to determine seasonal weight lose and health issues before they get serious.
A good visual indicator is the lack of roundness to the tail. A chameleon with good weight will have a tail that is evenly round on the underside of the tail.

Carl

[Thrush]

Thanks, I was just noticing that I could see a slight indentation running along his side just below the spine and I was worried that it might be a weight problem. It's probably normal, but thought I'd check. His tail is full and round and he's got a pretty big bulge going on there too!.
Thanks,
Thrush

[galad]

ya that would be his dong lol

[Thrush]

hehe