Chameleons are famous for their ability to blend in, but contrary to popular belief, this isn’t why they are so colorful.

Exotic pet enthusiasts often attempt to keep Meller's chameleons as pets. However, they are highly susceptible to even the slightest level of stress and are very difficult to care for in captivity.

Chameleons have many other features that distinguish them from their lizard cousins ... The species has already been collected for the pet trade, and the impact on the population is not known.