Did you know: The Parson’s Chameleon can live up to 23 years? The Panther Chameleon can live up to 12 years?

Chameleons can achieve impressive lifespans in captivity, contrary to the more common reports suggesting they typically live only a few years. This discussion draws on three case studies: females of Furcifer pardalis, a male Furcifer pardalis, and a male Calumma parsonii. These cases highlight significant age records for these species and analyze the optimal care conditions contributed to their longevity.