Chameleons are some of the most extraordinary reptiles on Earth, famous for their dazzling colour changes, incredible eyesight, and unique adaptations. Found primarily in Africa and Madagascar, these ...

Widely considered an exotic reptile to keep as a pet, the chameleon is a fascinating creature. But how long do chameleons live, and what can you expect out of their lifespan, especially when it comes ...

A newborn baby chameleon is surrounded by eggs that have not hatched yet at Colorado Chameleon. Rebekah Ferreri holds a baby chameleon on the tip of her finger at Colorado Chameleon. Rebekah Ferreri ...

Chameleons' wandering eyes have fascinated and puzzled scientists since the days of ancient Greece. Now, after millennia of study, modern imaging has revealed the secret of their nearly 360-degree ...

This story appears in the September 2015 issue of National Geographic magazine. For sheer breadth of freakish anatomical features, the chameleon has few rivals. A tongue far longer than its body, ...

Invasive species offer a rare research opportunity, as they often colonise new environments very different to their native habitat. One such species is the Jackson’s three-horned chameleon (Triocerus ...