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Definition of panther chameleon
panther chameleon
Plural:panther chameleons
panther chameleon Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A large, brightly colored species of chameleon native to the eastern and northern parts of Madagascar, highly recognized for its striking, vivid color variations and unique ability to change hues based on its environment and mood.
Example
"The biology students observed how the male panther chameleon displayed an incredible spectrum of blues, greens, and reds to assert dominance."
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Word Origin & Etymology
The common name derives from its scientific name Furcifer pardalis, where the Latin 'pardalis' translates to 'spotted like a panther or leopard', referencing the reptile's striking and highly variable color patterns.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Panther chameleon. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/panther chameleon