Chinchilla

Scientific Name:	Chinchilla lanigera
Country of Origin:	South America
Max. Size (approx):	1-2 lbs.
Diet:	Omnivore
Feeding Frequency:	Daily
Food Substance:	Chinchilla Food, Timothy Hay, Chinchilla Treats
Substrate:	Pine Shavings; Aspen Bedding; Feline Pine
Environmental Needs:	Dust House, Water Bottle, Food Bowl, Branches for climbing; Chinchilla Dust Bath
Vitamin/Calcium Supplement:	Yes, dust food
Humidity Level:	Low (40-60%)
Misting:	Twice Daily (mist artificial foliage to provide the chameleon with drinking water)
Recommended cage setup:	#2 Iguana cage or larger (has a shelf midway up) OR 18"L x 18"W x 36"H or larger YOUR STATE/COUNTY/CITY MAY HAVE SPECIFIC CAGING REQUIREMENTS ****VERY IMPORTANT! CHINCHILLAS ARE A COOL WEATHER ANIMAL. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND HOUSING OUTSIDE! *****