Is a chameleon a reptile or amphibian?

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Chameleons are reptiles that are part of the iguana suborder. These colorful lizards are known as one of the few animals that can change skin color.

Are chameleons poisonous?

Chameleons are not poisonous or venomous to humans or animals.

Did you know facts about chameleons?

10 Fun Facts About Chameleons

The biggest mistake people make about chameleons.
Chameleons have eyes in the backs of their heads.
Chameleons like it hot.
Chameleons come in a lot of different shapes and sizes.
Chameleons have extremely powerful tongues.

What type of animal is a chameleon?

lizards
chameleon, (family Chamaeleonidae), any of a group of primarily arboreal (tree-dwelling) Old World lizards best known for their ability to change body colour.

Are chameleons edible?

Lizards, geckos, and chameleons are all edible in a survival situation. Cooking is still highly recommended due to the bacteria they carry, it can make you fatally sick in some cases. These two are the only two worth steering clear of. They are docile, but venemous: Gila Monster and Beaded Lizard.

Can I eat chameleon?

Olimpia said: There isn’t really a whole lot of meat on most chameleons, I suppose you could fry up and eat the little ones whole like you do small fish, but as far as getting flesh off of them it seems like more trouble than it’s worth unless you’re really starving.

Are chameleons smart?

Chameleons Are Intelligent One thing going for you is that chameleons are quite intelligent as far as recognizing humans and the passage of time. Your chameleon will get to know you by sight and you will notice behavior changing when another person walks into the room.

What special thing can a chameleon do?

Chameleons change colors to attract mates, regulate body temperature, or tell intruders to stay away. Chameleons change colors to attract mates, regulate body temperature, or tell intruders to stay away.