Mount d'ambre leaf chameleon
A species of Leaf chameleon Scientific name : Brookesia tuberculata Genus : Leaf chameleon
Mount d'ambre leaf chameleon, A species of Leaf chameleon
Scientific name: Brookesia tuberculata
Genus: Leaf chameleon
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Description
The Mount d'Ambre leaf chameleon (Brookesia tuberculata) is a diminutive chameleon from far northern Madagascar.
General Info
Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
Mount d'ambre leaf chameleon chiefly consumes insects, showcasing a particular preference for small arthropods. Specialized in an insectivorous diet, it utilizes its short, pointed snout to effectively hunt and capture its prey.
Appearance
Mount d'ambre leaf chameleon is a minute chameleon species, characterized by its compact, tubular body shape and rough-textured skin resembling a pine cone. It primarily sports a muddy brown color that allows for effective camouflage in its natural habitat. There are no significant variations in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies. Its most unique feature is the ornamentation of large, bony tubercles on its back and tail.
Behavior
Mount d'ambre leaf chameleon is a solitary, nocturnal species prevalent in leaf litter. Its small size and brown coloration offer camouflage, aiding its survival. It is terrestrial, mostly spending its lifecycle on forest floors. The species is known for its 'freeze' behavior in response to threats. Direct social or territorial interactions are relatively scarce.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Chameleons Genus
Leaf chameleon Species
Mount d'ambre leaf chameleon 
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