Chameleon's Eye Award

Chameleons have one of the most sophisticated eyes in the animal kingdom. They are described as binocular (each eye moves independently of the other) and are probably the chameleon's greatest and most important sense. Combined they provide nearly 360 degree vision without turning the head, and allow the chameleon to see in front of and behind him at the same time. When searching for prey, the eyes are constantly moving in independent directions. When the meal is spotted BOTH eyes lock on the target and the tongue ZAPS it with lightning speed and near perfect accuracy.

If your site catches my eye, I will focus both eyes and all attention on it. I need to learn something and enjoy the presentation.

Over the past ten years or so, I have watched the Internet develop from an interesting toy into a powerful and almost imperative resource. When I purchased my first chameleon, there were very few websites available on the subject. I created ChamownersWeb to educate and entertain interested parties on the subject of chameleon care. I have always believed that learning should be FUN.

Today, there are many more websites on chameleons and nearly every business has a website. If you can not find it on the Internet, you probably do not need it anyway.

The purpose of this award is to recognize sites that present information in a manner that educates as well as entertains.

This award program is designed to help webmasters reach a level of excellence and to praise those already there. I have listed some of my favorite resources on the "Website Resources" page to aid webmasters in building better sites. Visiting award winner's sites is another great way to learn. In developing this award program, I have learned much and made many changes to my website. I find myself visiting sites that are well off of my normal travel path and it can be exciting. The Chameleon's Eye award is not "given" it is "awarded". The site must meet the requirements set forth in this award program.

The Chameleon's Eye Award was created in August 2003 to replace the retired POTZ award.

A concerned webmaster will learn something from each site they visit. I have found that visiting sites whether to apply for their award or to evaluate their site for my award, I always come away with something. Many AP sites give lots of good advice about web page design. Many others display cutting edge coding or creative uses of coding.

Site traffic or popularity has NOTHING to do with the award criteria and will not be considered or reviewed. Nor will awards earned from other Award Programs be considered. I have recently stopped scoring the page load times and graphic reductions as well. I use a cable modem and am not concerned about these issues personally. Since the award is for MY opinion, I no longer score these areas. The points are automatically awarded.

I am only concerned with how your site looks, loads, functions, and informs. Is it aesthetically pleasing? Do all internal and external links work properly? And last but not least, does it present accurate and entertaining information? If I did not learn something from you, do not expect to earn the award.

It is not required that you link the award to this site but it is appreciated. It is required that you display the award either on the home page or on an awards page. If at any time the content of your site falls below the criteria for website selection as outlined, I may ask that you remove the award from your site.

Psst- Here's a Tip: If you must, browse thru the site first then come back here and follow me through the application process. If you are following me, and drift off course, I strongly suggest using the "return" arrow afterwards to get back on the recommended track. Good Luck. The best sites win.

By the way, I'm Chammy. If you click on me at the bottom of this page, I'll formally introduce myself.

Follow me and I'll tell you all about me.