Panther Chameleon

Long, sticky tongue

Chameleons have excellent eyesight and move very slowly and carefully when they hunt for food. They catch their prey by putting out their long, sticky tongue.

Panther chameleons live alone and the males can be very territorial and aggressive to each other.

Several different species

The panther chameleon is one of the most colourful chameleons and comes in many different colours ranging from red and green to blue.

Researchers have concluded that there are probably 11 different species of panther chameleon on Madagascar and not just one species as previously believed.

One threat to panther chameleons is the extensive destruction of their natural habitat. Madagascar’s unique forests are being clear cut to make charcoal or to make room for crops and grazing.