
Association Caméléon Center Conservation
Become aware of their vulnerability and take action to preserve them
Chameleons are fascinatingly vulnerable
Chameleons are atypical lizards with exceptional anatomical and biological features (eyes, tongue, fingers, color, tail). There are currently 234 species of chameleon, but new species are described regularly. The smallest species reaches a size of 3 cm (Brookesia nana) and the largest can exceed 70 cm (Calumma parsonii). Almost all species are found in continental Africa and Madagascar, in forested areas or on plains at altitudes of over 2,000 meters.

Calumma gallus - Pinocchio Chameleon (Photo: Lucas Orsini)
Protecting chameleons means protecting entire ecosystems
Chameleon Center Conservation is the first international NGO dedicated exclusively to the study and conservation of chameleons. Faced with an alarming rate of extinction - over a third of species are now threatened - we take concrete action in the field and in captivity, combining science, conservation, education and local development.
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5 countries
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9 active scientific and educational projects
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+20 committed institutional partners
We run rigorous programmes such as :
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An inventory of the chameleons in the Vohimana reserve (Madagascar) to identify in situ conservation priorities,
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Ecological monitoring and controlled reproduction of the Parson's chameleon, an emblematic species under serious threat,
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Awareness-raising and local training initiatives to create a lasting impact at community level.

Calumma parsonii - Parson's chameleon (Photo: Martin Etave)
Why support our work?
Supporting Chameleon Center Conservation means investing in a scientific, ethical and sustainable approach to biodiversity conservation.
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Because chameleons are sentinel species, protecting them acts as a lever for preserving entire ecosystems.
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Because our method is based on involving local communities, training young researchers and respecting traditional knowledge.
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Because our projects are built on solid scientific foundations and benefit from the support of recognised partners (museums, universities, nature reserves, zoos).
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Because every franc invested has a measurable impact, which is documented and passed on to our donors.
We are looking for institutional partners to :
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Finance field missions,
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Support research or conservation breeding programmes,
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Help build our network in Africa and Europe.
You will receive a full annual impact report, visuals for your communications, and will be able to associate your name with scientific projects of high ecological and social value. [Contact us]
Join our support network and become part of a unique movement for intelligent, inclusive and forward-looking conservation.
"The best time to act was 20 years ago. The second best time is now".