Meller's Chameleon

Trioceros melleri

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Reptilia · Chamaeleonidae

About

Meller's chameleon, also known commonly as the giant one-horned chameleon, is a species of lizard in the family Chamaeleonidae. Meller's chameleon is the largest species of chameleon from the African mainland, i.e., the largest of the chameleons not native to Madagascar.

Fun Fact

Females annually produce a single clutch of up to 80 eggs.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to Madagascar.

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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