Taming(chams)

[Reptayls]

Hi Offspring,

Here's a little trick I learned a couple of years back...
If you have a cham that hisses and strikes at your hand - wear a long sleeved shirt - and pull the shirt down over your hand, offering him a stump. Then with the other hand, herd him onto the covered arm..... He will be paying the most attention to the visible fingers, and most likely walk onto your covered hand. Once he is out of the cage, you can transfer him to a branch or something to sit on.

Be sure to always reach under a cham - not reach down like an eagle's claw coming to grab him.

Once they get out a few times and get used to you, it is easier to offer treats on your cupped hand. With some of our aggressive males, I put a silkworm on the back of my hand (fingers curled under). They will take the worm without much hesitation. Other take the treats from my finger tips - they all have different personalities!

Good luck,
Morgana - Reptayls, Ltd.