It is incorrect to think that any terrarium is suitable for all animals, regardless of the species. If you are thinking about bringing an iguana or a chameleon into your home, we can explain exactly what these two pets need in order for their habitat to be optimal. You must carefully take into account light, humidity, substrate (ground material), heating and decoration.
Substratum: A good product is forest bark, which you can spread with a thickness of 3 mm at the base of the terrarium.
Lighting: Low consumption fluorescent lamps with UV radiation.
Heating: For iguanas, ceramic heating lamps of 100 watts (W). Chameleons require a 50 W heating cable.
Accessories: Suitable feeders and drinkers are required. Chameleons enjoy drinking from a small cascading fountain, although they will often hydrate with the dew that accumulates on the terrarium glass.
Decoration: Both iguanas and chameleons require spaces to feel safe, such as a hiding place.
Temperature and humidity: The ideal environment is a temperature between 24ºC and 26ºC and a humidity of 70%.