Chameleon Academy Podcast with Bill Strand

Learn about taking care of chameleons! Hosted by long time chameleon breeder, Bill Strand, this show explores the latest in chameleon husbandry. Interviews with keepers, breeders, veterinarians, and scientists from around the world continuously push our knowledge forward!

The Forest Edge 5+5 Chameleon Cage Checklist 04/01/2024

The Forest Edge 5+5 Chameleon Cage Checklist Evaluate your chameleons cage set-up to find what you could improve. This episode trains you on the Forest Edge 5+5 checklist which will allow you to methodically go through each item that is important to your chameleon. This is the exact system I use when I do my chameleon cage reviews on the Chameleon Academy YouTube channel. I am sharing it with you so you will be able to expertly analyze your own chameleon's cage. This video series is supported by Custom Reptile Habitats and the Dragon Strand Chameleon Caging Company. Purchases of chameleon enclosures from either of these two companies make this series possible. Custom Reptile Habitats offers high end enclosures. I personally designed the Chameleon Academy Arboreal line of enclosures. These wide format enclosures facilitate bioactive and naturalistic environments. You can explore the enclosures here: Dragon Strand offers mid-range cages that are fully featured designed specifically for the needs of chameleon keepers including Dragon Ledges for mounting pots/branches, a fitted drainage tray, two hydration mounts for misters, and solid and screen floor panels that can be switched out. Dragon strand cages come in both hybrid and screen versions at https://dragonstrand.com /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/30618618

Can We Change Pet Store Chameleon Care? 03/30/2024

Can We Change Pet Store Chameleon Care? What do I do to improve pet store standards for keeping chameleons? Not only are chameleons not being cared for correctly, the improper care gives the wrong message to the beginning chameleon keeper. Do we tell the pet store to up their chameleon care? Do we tell the corporation to improve their chameleon care standards? Today I discuss the the ways we can make a difference in creating a better world for captive chameleons. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/30606478

Panther Chameleon Genetic Test Update with Dr. Ben Morrill 03/15/2024

Panther Chameleon Genetic Test Update with Dr. Ben Morrill Rare Genetics, Inc. is opening up a final round of test development for a genetic test for panther chameleon locale. This is a 35 minute conversation with Dr. Ben Morrill, who is actively working on a way to explore panther chameleon local forms using genetic material from their shed skin. We are very excited to see this go to market and future improvements as we put it out there for people to use in their projects. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/30389748

Changes Ahead for the Reptile Community 03/02/2024

Changes Ahead for the Reptile Community If you keep chameleons (or any reptile) you might feel like there is change in the air. Yes, there are some major shifts happening and it is wise that we face them head on. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/30198948

Origin and Future of Small Batch Breeding in the Chameleon Community 02/23/2024

Origin and Future of Small Batch Breeding in the Chameleon Community Quality over quantity. TC Houston started taking about small batch breeding on the Animals at Home podcast a few years ago and it started a chain reaction. I am convinced that we can make our community better by embracing these concepts. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/30079208

Dart Frogs! with Troy Goldberg 02/16/2024

Dart Frogs! with Troy Goldberg Dart frogs are a most incredible creature! And Troy Goldberg of YouTube's Troy Goldberg's garage, joins me to share how to take care of these little guys! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/30081273

Isopods! with Rus Wilson 02/09/2024

Isopods! with Rus Wilson Rus Wilson from Aquarimax (https://www.aquarimax.com/) and I talk about what Isopods I should use for my new Custom Reptile Habitats Arboreal XL Enclosure. It has a special "forest Floor Viewing Window" and I want to have some awesome isopod action down there!! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/30081378

Changing the Future of Chameleon Breeding 02/05/2024

Changing the Future of Chameleon Breeding Breeding chameleons is a resource consuming task if done properly. Burnout amongst chameleon breeders is common. And with that our community experience is depleted. In this episode I look at how we can use Small Batch Breeding concepts to strengthen our community and increase satisfaction for the individual keeper turned breeder. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/29792908

Starting a Panther Chameleon Breeding Project 01/01/2024

Starting a Panther Chameleon Breeding Project Michael DiBoneventura joins us today to represent the perspective of a new breeder. He has a ton of experience with various reptiles throughout his life, like most of us, but he got started with Panther Chameleons by raising them individually. We discuss some of the information he used and what he looks for when sourcing animals ethically. He also talks about female management and clutch sizes that he shoots for. Great discussion! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/29297343

Evolution of Panther Chameleon Breeding with Brian Stewart 12/25/2023

Evolution of Panther Chameleon Breeding with Brian Stewart Brian Stewart is one of the long-tenure Panther Chameleon breeders I have worked with for many years. In this episode, he talks about what it was like to attempt to verify a local form in the mail before the internet, and how much easier we all have it today. He also talks about some of his breeding philosophy and preferences after having lived through and seen thousands of animals over the years. I remember when I got started in 2015 hearing about these Brian Stewart babies and how big/healthy they are. He has been a role model and a goal post for many years and it was an honor to sit down with him here. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/29223098

Selective Breeding of Panther Chameleons 12/18/2023

Selective Breeding of Panther Chameleons Jonathan is joined by Robbie Anderson and Bryan Long to discuss the realities of being a panther chameleon breeder and the strategies to be a good one. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28759803

Panther Chameleons in the Wild 12/11/2023

Panther Chameleons in the Wild Madcham.de is an invaluable website compiled by Thorsten Negro and Dr. Alex Laube. Their efforts have given us insight into the wild conditions for the chameleons that live in Madagasar. Jonathan is joined by Lee and Amanda Ready to gain insight into the locales of Panther Chameleons. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28759733

Panther Chameleons as a Species with Dr. Chris Anderson 12/04/2023

Panther Chameleons as a Species with Dr. Chris Anderson Dr. Chris Anderson joins Jonathan to discuss Panther Chameleons from a scientific persceptive. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28759643

Can Small Batch Breeding Save Us All? 12/01/2023

Can Small Batch Breeding Save Us All? Maybe not save us all, but Small Batch Breeding could be an answer to avoiding breeder burn-out as well as possbily establishing new chameleon species in captivity. Will it work? To be determined. But you are in the right place to watch us try! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28890243

Discussions on Breeding Panther Chameleons 11/27/2023

Discussions on Breeding Panther Chameleons Panther Chameleons have become the foundation of the growth of our chameleon community. This is the inaugural episode of the new iPardalis Podcast produced by Jonathan Hill. He introduces us to the issues and discussions surrounding the panther chameleon community. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28759568

A New Podcast: The iPardalis Podcast by Jonathan Hill 11/24/2023

A New Podcast: The iPardalis Podcast by Jonathan Hill The Chameleon Academy is now a network . I have the pleasure of introducing to you iPardalis Podcast! The iPardalis Podcast looks at the various issues facing the panther chameleon community. Host, Jonathan Hill, of iPardalis, explores genetics, natural history, ethics, and the basics of breeding panther chameleons. Through this podcast you will meet a number of community members that further the important conversations we need to have. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28756988

Mossy Leaf-tailed Geckos with Dave Bagshaw! 11/10/2023

Mossy Leaf-tailed Geckos with Dave Bagshaw! One species that gets a constant love is the Mossy Leaf-tailed Gecko, Uroplatus sikorae from Madagascar. This is one of the extreme bark mimics and the camouflage is freakishly good! Not only is the coloration perfect, but the frill around their lower jaw serves to ear the typical animal shape and make the gecko appear to meld onto the branch. Yes, definitely a unique lizard that checks the boxes to be adored by people attracted to chameleons! Today I talk with Dave Bagshaw about the Mossy Leaf-Tail Gecko! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28578893

The Namaqua Chameleon with Brett Hanson 10/27/2023

The Namaqua Chameleon with Brett Hanson Of the more than 200 species of chameleons, none breaks the mold like the Namaqua chameleon. They don't climb and they run across sand dunes. Brett Hanson shares what it is like working with and reproducing Chamaeleo namaquensis, the Namaqua Chameleon. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28445057

Grasshoppers as Chameleon Feeder Insects with Dean Missimer 10/19/2023

Grasshoppers as Chameleon Feeder Insects with Dean Missimer Dean Missimer wants to help us give our chameleons a more natural diet. To this end he is breeding grasshoppers, beetles, and other insects that match what is found in the gut of wild chameleons. Listen in as he talks about grasshoppers as a chameleon feeder insect! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28371425

A Discussion about Breeding Chameleons with Kevin Stanford 10/06/2023

A Discussion about Breeding Chameleons with Kevin Stanford Kevin Stanford, who bred Carpet Chameleons to the 10th captive generation, joins me to talk about chameleon breeding projects. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28242770

Establishing a Chameleon Species 09/29/2023

Establishing a Chameleon Species We often feel the desire to establish chameleon species in captivity. It should be easy. We know how to breed them. But it just doesn’t seem to happen easily. Why not? Today I am going to explain the challenges of establishing a chameleon species in captivity and how we might be inching closer to success. And will our progress be in time to really make a difference? /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28176017

AnimalCon 2023 and Becoming an Animal Content Creator 09/22/2023

AnimalCon 2023 and Becoming an Animal Content Creator Have you ever considered becoming an animal influencer? With a growing community there is a diverse need for communicators and educators across different platforms. Today I’ll talk about Animalcon, which is a huge gathering of animal themed content creators, and give some insight into joining this space by becoming an animal content creator yourself. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/28109561

Chameleon Community History & Future with Jurgen Van Overbeke 09/08/2023

Chameleon Community History & Future with Jurgen Van Overbeke Jurgen Van Overbeke and I talk about the different ways European and US chameleon communities have grown over the last few decades and talk about where we all are going. /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/27976566

Tribolonotus Crocodile Skinks! 08/25/2023

Tribolonotus Crocodile Skinks! Welcome to the Outer Fringes where we explore reptiles out there that are as cool as chameleons! Today we get introduced to a miniature armored creature that is one of the top five dragonesque reptiles - the crocodile skink! Breeder Christopher Musi joins me to give us an intoduction to this amazing lizard! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/27851949

Should we keep Machakos Hills Jackson's and Xantholophus the same? 08/11/2023

Should we keep Machakos Hills Jackson's and Xantholophus the same? I have kept the Machakos Hills Jackson's Chameleon under identical conditions as the Yellow-crested Jackson's Chameleon (Trioceros jacksonii xantholophus) for multiple generation for both subspecies. But should they really be kept under the same conditions. Is it possible that I could do better for one or both? In this episode you can lsiten in as I challenge sonething I thought I knew. Whether I confirm I was right or open up a new understanding, I will have a higher confidence in what I am doing. And you can come along a learn along side me! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/27719067

Should I Buy a Panther Chameleon Egg? 08/04/2023

Should I Buy a Panther Chameleon Egg? Are you thinking about getting a Panther Chameleon egg? There are some things you should know before making that decision! I talk about why "cheap" is not a good motivation and how it isn't "easy" unless you have good information to get set-up. Today i give you the pros and cons of buying a panther chameleon egg to hatch yourself. Education is key. But which ever way you decide to go, you will find the information you need here on the Panther Chameleon Podcast! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/27656067

Keep Happiness in Chameleon Keeping 07/29/2023

Keep Happiness in Chameleon Keeping It is very easy to get excited about chameleons. And just like everything else that excites us it is very easy to think that more chameleons would be better! Today I am going to explore different ways to keep that excitement going and avoid burn out! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/27594210

How Beginners Choose a Chameleon Breeder 07/21/2023

How Beginners Choose a Chameleon Breeder You know how to breed chameleons, but how do you get chosen from the myriad of breeders the customer has options of? Today I take a look at what is important to start your breeding business. On the Panther Chamelen Podcast I released an eipsode on how to choose a chameleon breeder. That was talking to the newcomer trying to make heads or tails of all the names. I replay this episode, but come at it from the perspective of the new breeder. How can you present yourself in the best possible way so that the newcomers will find you and see that you are a great choice? /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/27530439

Chameleons and Color 07/14/2023

Chameleons and Color Chameleons are famous for changing color. As cool as it would be to change color to match a background, chameleon color change is much more useful to us. It gives us a window into what they are thinking. Chameleon colors change with age, temperature, and emotional state. Today I am going to talk about how chameleons communicate through color and what it can do for our understanding of our mini tree dragon! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/27468492

Panther Chameleons as Pets - What you need to know! 07/07/2023

Panther Chameleons as Pets - What you need to know! The Panther Chameleon Podcast is a tutorial podcast that turns your commute, workout, and chore time into research about panther chameleons. Today I introduce myself and discuss what a Panther Chameleon is like as a pet. Show notes and further educational resources can be found at Welcome to the first episode of the Panther Chameleon Podcast! /episode/index/show/chameleonbreeder/id/27403323

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