O'Shaughnessy's Chameleon
Calumma oshaughnessyi
Silhouette: T. Michael Keesey (from a photograph by Frank Glaw, Jörn Köhler, Ted M. Townsend & Miguel Vences) · PhyloPic
- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyChamaeleonidae (Chameleons)
- GenusCalumma
- SpeciesCalumma oshaughnessyi (O'Shaughnessy's Chameleon)
About the O'Shaughnessy's Chameleon
O'Shaughnessy's chameleon (Calumma oshaughnessyi) is a species of chameleon, a lizard in the family Chamaeleonidae. The species is endemic to Madagascar. It was named after the British poet and herpetologist Arthur O'Shaughnessy.
O'Shaughnessy's chameleon has a geographic range of about 18,000 square kilometers (6,950 square miles) throughout the southeastern portion of the central highlands of Madagascar. Its distribution extends from Tsinjoarivo, Ambatolampy in the north to Andohahela National Park in the south. The species is highly dependent on intact, humid forest at elevations of 1,240–1,300 m (4,070–4,270 ft) as its natural habitat, living in lower densities on selectively logged territories.
O'Shaughnessy's chameleon, being closely related to Parson's chameleon, is similar in shape and color but slightly smaller. Albert Günther, the first to scientifically describe the species, stated that the type specimen is a male measuring 15.5 inches (39.4 cm) in total length, including its tail which is 9 inches (22.9 cm) long. It is mostly brownish gray, with a darker throat and jaw. Although lacking horns, the male of the species has a... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of O'Shaughnessy's Chameleon in Ranomafana National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ranomafana National Park | 🇲🇬 Madagascar |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a O'Shaughnessy's Chameleon in Ranomafana National Park?
About 80% of wildlife watchers report a O'Shaughnessy's Chameleon sighting in Ranomafana National Park, based on 195 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see O'Shaughnessy's Chameleon in Ranomafana National Park?
February has the highest sighting rate for O'Shaughnessy's Chameleon in Ranomafana National Park in our monthly data.