08/31/2026
🦎 PANTHER CHAMELEON CARE GUIDE 🦎
The spectacular Panther Chameleon (Furcifer pardalis) is one of the most colourful and recognisable chameleon species in the world.
Native to Madagascar, these stunning reptiles are diurnal and arboreal, spending much of their time climbing and basking amongst branches and vegetation.
☀️ Ferguson Zone 3 – Orange Zone
Panther Chameleons are classed within Ferguson Zone 3, with a recommended UVI of 2.9–7.4. Providing the correct UVB exposure is essential for healthy calcium metabolism, vitamin D3 synthesis and overall wellbeing.
🌿 Quick Care Guide
• Ferguson Zone 3 – UVI 2.9–7.4
• Basking temperature: 86–93°F
• Humidity: 50–70%
• Adult size: approximately 18–20 inches
• Lifespan: around 5–7 years
• Diet: varied live insects with appropriate supplementation
• Experience level: Intermediate
• Handling: Best kept to a minimum
For appropriate UVB provision, the Reptile Systems Eco T5 Zone 3 – Orange is designed to help provide the UVB levels required for Zone 3 species.