Panther Chameleon Furcifer pardalis

Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
The Panther Chameleon is native to tropical rainforest of northern Madagascar.
Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
Depending on the region, some males are vibrant blues, some reds and some orange. Colour intensity changes according to mood, temperature and social interaction.
Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
One of the largest chameleons, males, which can grow to nearly 20 inches (50cm) in length, are more brightly-coloured and significantly larger than females.
Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
Colour is most variable and brightest when courting or defending territory.
Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
Like all chameleons, Panthers have independently swivelling eyes, long tongues and grasping feet for climbing.
Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
Panther Chameleon
Chameleons are lizards. Some, including the Panther, have prehensile tails. This helps with their arboreal lifestyle.