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Hosted by long time chameleon keeper and breeder, Bill Strand, the Chameleon Academy Podcast tackles subjects from basic to advanced and brings in insight from experts in the field. There is something for everyone from beginning keepers to experienced breeders. Subscribe for a weekly dose of chameleon talk!
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- 3 days ago43 min
Parson's Chameleon Outdoor Keeping with James Cross
Parson's Chameleons deserve more than a month — but this week we're tackling one of the biggest questions in their care: should you keep them outside, and if so, how do you do it safely? Joining Bill this week is James Cross, a master carpenter with years of firsthand experience keeping Parson's Chameleons outdoors through the swing of hot summers and cold winters. Together they dig into why outdoor keeping brings out a vibrancy in chameleons that's hard to replicate indoors, the real dangers you need to guard against, and the daily — sometimes hourly — judgment calls involved in knowing when to bring an animal in. From there, James walks through the practical side of building an outdoor enclosure: shade coverage dense enough for a chameleon to fully disappear into, why a soil floor matters, escape-proofing against digging, and the surprising role duct-tape's cousin, Flex Seal, plays in weatherproofing a cage built to survive rain and sun. Bill also shares a first look at the upcoming Chameleon Academy Parson's Chameleon Care & Husbandry Guide, in progress for more than 18 months and nearing release. In this episode: Why outdoor keeping can be transformative for Parson's Chameleons The dangers of unsupervised outdoor exposure Reading color change as an early heat-stress warning sign Building a shade-dense, escape-proof, weatherproof outdoor cage Why "just move the indoor cage outside" is a mistake A preview of the new Parson's Chameleon Care & Husbandry Guide Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to Chameleon Academy for the rest of Parsons Chameleon Month, and check out chameleonacademy.com for more husbandry resources.
- 1 weeks ago1h 0m
Advanced Parson's Chameleon Husbandry with Craig Durbin
Parson's Chameleons aren't hard to keep alive — but getting them through a full life cycle, from wild-caught acclimation to successful breeding, is another matter. In this episode, Craig Durbin of Primo Chameleons joins the show to share what fifteen-plus years and over 20 clutches have taught him. We cover: How Craig got started with Parson's in 2010, and what he had to figure out the hard way Why Parson's require a completely different approach than panther chameleons Madagascar's reversed seasons and how they affect import timing Acclimating wild-caught animals — hydration, patience, and reading a chameleon that's shut down Brumation: what it is, what triggers it, how it varies by species, and why Craig believes it extends lifespan The enduring mystery of where chameleons actually go during their winter dormancy Parasites, nighttime cooling, growth rates, and pairing behavior The two-year incubation cycle that still doesn't fully make sense — even to breeders who've hatched dozens of clutches Color variation across locality forms, and the realities of the Parson's market
- Mar 16, 202620 min
Should You Get a Parson's Chameleon?
Have you ever thought about keeping a Parson's Chameleon? As exciting as the thought of that is, you are right to think twice. Today I am going to walk you through an introduction that will give you the information you need to make an informed decision about whether to pursue a Parson's Chameleon
- Feb 2, 202621 min
A Chameleon's Tolerance Zone
Ideal chameleon husbandry is a direction, not a destination. Just because our chameleon is alive, doesn't mean we can stop growing in how to improve our husbandry. In this first episode of season 11, Bill Strand lays out the concept of the tolerance zone and how understanding it can make us better keepers of chameleons.
- Nov 7, 202530 min
The Path Through Learning about Chameleons
What actually matters when you're starting with chameleons? Not the nice-to-know stuff, but the fundamentals that determine whether you succeed or struggle. In this episode, I walk you through the six core priorities that will carry you through your first year, from setting up your cage before your chameleon arrives to finding an exotic vet NOW (not during an emergency). I'll also cover the most common beginning mistakes—the ones that cost you money, stress, and sometimes your chameleon's health. Things like bringing your chameleon home before the cage is ready, cutting corners on equipment to save money upfront, or adding too many chameleons too fast because the collector bug bites hard. This is Part 2 of our Stage 1 exploration. Whether you're brand new or mentoring beginners, this episode gives you the practical framework for navigating the learning stage successfully. Learn. Understand. Pass It On.
- Nov 1, 202541 min
The Challenge of Learning About Chameleons
Starting with chameleons has never been more overwhelming. You're drowning in contradictory advice from social media, TikTok, and now AI—all delivered with equal confidence. How do you know who to trust when the beginner sounds more authoritative than the expert? In this episode, Bill explores why the beginner experience feels so chaotic in 2025, introduces the "information firehose problem," and gives you explicit permission to NOT understand everything right away. This is Part 1 of a two-part series on the start of the Chameleon Keeper's Journey. If you're feeling lost, confused, or like you're doing something wrong—this episode is for you.
- Oct 24, 202531 min
The Chameleon Keeper's Journey
Every chameleon keeper moves through three stages: learning the fundamentals, understanding your unique path, and eventually passing knowledge forward to others. In this episode, I map the entire chameleon keeper's journey—from the panic of keeping your first chameleon alive, through the exploration of finding your own approach, to the fulfillment of giving back to the community. If you are interested in joining the December 6 hour live marathon season finale, check out the Chameleon Academy Live Youtube channel!
- Sep 15, 202515 min
Feeding Mini-Chameleons
Small Chameleons eat small food! Today we take a look at some of the unexpected challenges of feeding mini-chameleons!
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Hosted by long time chameleon keeper and breeder, Bill Strand, the Chameleon Academy Podcast tackles subjects from basic to advanced and brings in insight from experts in the field. There is something for everyone from beginning keepers to experienced breeders. Subscribe for a weekly dose of chameleon talk!
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