Chameleons are fascinatingly vulnerable

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.

Chameleons are atypical lizards with exceptional anatomical and biological features (eyes, tongue, fingers, color, tail). They appear to be more threatened than most other reptiles, due to their high level of endemism and the fact that their habitat is under severe threat of destruction from human activities.

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The first NGO exclusively dedicated to chameleons, the Chameleon Center Conservation association runs in situ and ex situ projects aimed at protecting chameleons and increasing scientific knowledge of these fascinating species. Our mission is to make conservation a driver of development for local populations, by generating economic opportunities and involving them in a sustainable way in the preservation of their environment. Through our actions, we also aim to raise public awareness of the vulnerability of these animals and the urgent need to take action to protect them.