New Home for Veiled Chameleon & Corn Snake

Meet Waldolf the Veiled Chameleon 

Waldolf is an amazing 6 month old Veiled Chameleon. He is quite shy, but when it’s feeding time he couldn’t get more excited. We could look at his beautiful coat of green, yellow, turquoise and brown all day long!

Fun Facts About Veiled Chameleons

They are known for their distinctive triangular casque (bump) on their head. The casque helps channel water droplets into their mouth.  

Did you know that it is actually a common myth that chameleons use their ability to change colour just to camouflage? 

They actually alter their colour for a variety of reasons. It can indicate social status and heightened emotions. More dominant males are more brightly coloured, particularly when defending territories.   

Another well known chameleon feature is their long, sticky tongue. The tongue is equipped with a suction cup-like protrusion, which sticks to its prey. Its tongue can be nearly twice the length of its body, and this helps it capture prey from far away. 

When all else fails, just use your tail!  

Veiled chameleons also have prehensile tails, that means they can use their tail to help grasp, grip and control their movements.  

Meet Chip the Corn Snake 

Chip is a 13-year-old Corn Snake! He was born at Melbourne Zoo, before relocating to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.  

Fun Facts About Corn Snakes 

Corn snakes get their name because they often live near grain or cornfields, where they can find their favourite food: rodents. However, some people think they get their name from the checkerboard pattern of scales on their underbelly, that look like kernels of corn. You’ll have to decide for yourself!  

Did you know when a Corn snake feels threatened, they will vibrate their tails against the ground to create a rattling sound that intimidates predators. 

Say Hello to Waldolf and Chip During Your Visit

You will find these two amazing reptiles in our Lost Valley precinct. They’re located opposite the Binturong’s habitat (map ref. W17) inside the ‘Lost Tent’. You won’t miss it! And if you plan on visiting Waldolf and Chip, make sure to check out other awesome family wildlife experiences you can do at Lost Valley. You could get up close with the Capybaras, meet with the inquisitive Lemurs, learn about Birds from afar or hear fascinating facts about exotic creatures.