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Calumma vatosoa

Discover the vibrant Calumma vatosoa, a small chameleon native to the rainforests of Madagascar, showcasing striking colors and patterns for camouflage. This arboreal species thrives in dense vegetation, primarily feeding on insects, and plays a crucial role in maintaining ecosystem balance through its unique behaviors and diet.
Calumma tsycorne

The Calumma tsycorne, or Tsihombe chameleon, is a stunning, arboreal species native to Madagascar, characterized by its vibrant colors, distinctive horn, and insectivorous diet. Found in humid tropical forests, this vulnerable chameleon plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations and maintaining ecological balance.
Calumma tjiasmantoi

Discover the vibrant Calumma tjiasmantoi, a striking chameleon native to Madagascar’s rainforests, known for its vivid color variations, robust body, and unique ability to camouflage. This arboreal species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and is currently classified as vulnerable due to habitat loss.
Calumma parsonii

Discover the fascinating Calumma parsonii, also known as Parson’s chameleon, a strikingly colorful and one of the largest chameleons, thriving in the rainforests of Madagascar. This arboreal species showcases unique behaviors, including remarkable color-changing abilities, and plays a vital role in controlling insect populations within its ecosystem.
Calumma nasutum

Discover the vibrant Madagascar chameleon (Calumma nasutum), a medium-sized reptile known for its remarkable color-changing abilities and distinct elongated snout. Found predominantly in the humid forests of Madagascar, this species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger animals.
Calumma marojezense

Discover the mesmerizing Calumma marojezense, an endangered chameleon native to Madagascar’s rainforests, renowned for its striking color variations and remarkable ability to blend into its environment. This arboreal species plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance by regulating insect populations while exhibiting captivating courtship displays during the breeding season.
Calumma malthe

Discover the vibrant Calumma malthe, or Madagascar chameleon, known for its stunning blend of green, brown, and yellow hues, and its remarkable ability to change colors for camouflage and communication. This arboreal species thrives in the humid rainforests of Madagascar, primarily feeding on insects and contributing to ecosystem balance as both a predator and prey.
Calumma juliae

Discover the stunning Calumma juliae, or Julia’s chameleon, a vibrant species native to Madagascar’s eastern rainforests. This insectivorous reptile, measuring 20 to 25 cm, is known for its remarkable color-changing ability and plays a crucial ecological role by controlling insect populations.
Calumma jejy

The Calumma jejy, a strikingly colorful chameleon native to the eastern rainforests of Madagascar, measures 20-25 cm in length and is known for its ability to change colors for camouflage and communication. This diurnal species primarily feeds on insects, playing a vital role in controlling insect populations and maintaining ecological balance.
Calumma hilleniusi

Calumma hilleniusi is a vibrant chameleon native to Madagascar, measuring 25 to 30 cm, known for its remarkable color-changing ability and distinctive helmet-like head structure. This arboreal species thrives in montane rainforests, primarily feeding on insects while playing a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance.

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