Graceful Chameleon

Chamaeleo gracilis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Reptilia · Chamaeleonidae

About

The graceful chameleon is a species of chameleon native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is commonly around a foot long. Because of its abundance, it is heavily exploited by the pet trade.

Fun Fact

Graceful chameleons use independent eye movement to simultaneously watch for predators above and prey below, then coordinate both eyes forward when striking at prey.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in forests, though it tolerates bushy areas near plantations and savanna.

Diet

Eats insects, and can live up to 10 years in captivity.

Lifespan

10 years (captivity)

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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