The veiled chameleon is a species of chameleon native to the Arabian Peninsula in Yemen and Saudi Arabia. Other common names include cone-head chameleon, Yemen chameleon, and Yemeni chameleon. They are born pastel green and without their distinctive casques on their head. When newly hatched veiled chameleons are surprised, they may drop to the ground and turn a bright red color due to stress.
At a glance
- Scientific name
- Chamaeleo calyptratus
- Category
- Reptiles & amphibians
- Animal type
- Reptile
Some species are regulated (CITES, ownership permits) — check the rules before keeping one.
