# Jackson’s chameleon — care routine

Trioceros jacksonii

## Before arrival

- [ ] A suitable cool night and summer cooling plan are essential before acquisition; a constantly warm room is not automatically suitable.
- [ ] For a typical adult, plan at least roughly 61 × 61 × 122 cm with more space where possible. Provide dense live cover, connected thin branches, drainage and full visual retreat. Match mesh or hybrid walls to the actual room.
- [ ] Run and record the completed habitat through daytime and overnight conditions before arrival.

## Routine checks

- [ ] Check drinking, drainage and the actual overnight temperature drop.

## Regular care and records

- [ ] Review perch-level UV, shade and the room’s summer cooling capacity.

## When to seek help

- [ ] Monitor grip, eyes, drinking and body condition; daytime closed eyes or persistent weakness need a reptile vet.
- [ ] Arrange appropriate professional assessment for injury, sudden decline or repeated care problems.

## Sources

- Jackson’s chameleon care (Chameleon Academy): https://chameleonacademy.com/jacksons-chameleon-care/
- Machakos Hills Jackson’s chameleon care summary (Chameleon Academy): https://chameleonacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/care-sheet-Machakos-Hills-Jacksons-Chameleon-2021B.pdf

Read the full care guide and the cautions for your animal: https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/jacksons-chameleon/