Croci zoomed Zoo Med Repti Breeze Screen Cage, 61 x 61 x 122 cm,Black,XL

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Rust proof hinges– The marketing behind these cages all like to say they are aluminum screen and rust proof! Except that there are many more things that go on these cages and sometimes aluminum or stainless steel is not a cheap option. Screws, door handles, and especially hinge pins, tend to rust on these “rust proof” cages. A simple magnet will show you where the rusting parts are. Screws and door handles can be replaced, but door hinges are usually riveted on one side. A hinge pin rusting out cannot be easily replaced. Most people do only indoor keeping so this is a consideration that must be seriously evaluated by keepers planning on including outdoor keeping in their husbandry.

Ventilation: The screen mesh walls of the ReptiBreeze cage provide excellent ventilation, which helps to maintain a healthy and comfortable environment for chameleons. Good airflow prevents stagnant air and reduces the risk of respiratory problems. Accessibility is one of the key reasons that we think the REPTI ZOO cage is worth the higher cost. It has built-in ports for electronic cords. This allows you to run warming lamps or other accessories to make your chameleon’s environment the best it can be without risking escape. It also has a raised waterproof bottom so that you can fill the bottom with water or have room for a substrate heater, depending on the needs of your pet. The main two types of chameleon cages that are preferred by pet owners are mesh-sided cages and glass-sided terrariums. Mesh-Sided Cage Pros If you’re happy to splurge out a bit then the best luxury option is the REPTI ZOO Double Hinge Glass Reptile Terrarium.Your chameleon will get plenty of UVB exposure thanks to the screen mesh walls. That means they’ll be able to soak up all the vitamin D3 they need for healthy bones. The Exo Terra Screen Terrarium comes in various sizes too, so your chameleon will have plenty of room to climb and move around. You cannot heat a screen cage. If your ambient temperature is too cold then you need to look into solid side caging. What we can do is provide a heating boost through a basking light. And this works well for many species. If you home is in the mid 70s F, which is very comfortable for humans, then your ambient conditions are perfect for the most common chameleon species. All they would need is a heat boost in the morning that consists of turning on an appropriately strong heat lamp. After a couple of hours the chameleon will be done basking and will find those comfortable mid 70s areas to hang out in. In a screen cage the heat will be there until the second you shut it off so you need to use screen cages in a location where you do not need to modify the environment beyond an initial sunning in the morning.

REPTI ZOO makes great chameleon cages and their glass terrarium is the perfect solution for those who want both a glass terrarium and a mesh-sided cage. This cage has interchangeable sides. Simply swap out the mesh sides with glass options for a different environment. The top is mesh to provide great airflow and opens for easy access. The glass front can also open, with a door to the main enclosure.

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