How To Look After Your Chameleon. The UVB lights should be on for 10 hours a day. Make sure you dont hold it above them and only hand feed them if theyre above your head height as this makes them feel less threatened.
Monitor your chameleon and adjust feeding amounts as needed. Then just get a piece of food and place it in your hand near them. But do not try to force it towards them.
If many insects are left uneaten or your chameleon is too full-bodied you may want to reduce the amount youre feeding them.
If this is your first chameleon a veiled or panther is an excellent choice. Waterfalls and drippers are the best way to do this and mean that your chameleon has constant access to water when the terrarium isnt being sprayed. In the picture your boy looks alive to me. You will also need to factor in the cost of his habitat lighting heating humidity control and food.