Learn everything you need to know to raise and keep your own pet leopard gecko
Author: hevanmiller
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Leopard Gecko Tank Mates
Once you start keeping reptiles as pets, it’s natural to become curious about other reptiles. If you’ve set up a habitat, you may wonder what leopard gecko tank mates would work best. With a multitude of options (crested geckos, Tokay geckos, chameleons, bearded dragons, iguanas, anoles, etc.) it’s easy to want to collect them all; …
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Leopard Gecko Feeding Guide
What do leopard geckos eat? Leopard geckos are insectivores, which means they eat live insects. Unlike other common pet reptiles like iguanas or bearded dragons, leopard geckos do not eat vegetables, fruit, or plants. In fact, leopard geckos are not built to digest plant matter. What should I feed a leopard gecko? A pet leopard…
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5 Leopard Gecko Handling Tips & 1 Thing to Never Do!
If you’re a proud new leopard gecko owner or considering one as a pet, you may have wondered, “How can I safely handle my leopard gecko?” or “How do I tame a leopard gecko?” We have a few simple leopard gecko handling tips to help you tame your gecko so you and your new reptile…
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Where’s my Gecko?! What to do in case of Leopard Gecko Escape
Don’t Panic. To find your gecko, think like a gecko. What does it need?, What does it want? Warmth, shelter, food. Where would it find these things in your home? Let’s take a look:
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Leopard Gecko Vacation Care
You’re a responsible pet owner, but everybody needs a vacation or holiday sometime. How can you leave home for an extended period and make sure your beloved leopard gecko is going to be okay? Here are some things to consider for leopard gecko vacation care. Leopard geckos are hearty reptiles, and are not a high…
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Do Leopard Geckos Drink Water?
When I was first shopping for a leopard gecko, a pet store employee told me not to bother with a water bowl because, “Leopard Geckos don’t drink water.” This is NOT TRUE. Even though they originate from dry desert regions, they need water to survive. Leopard geckos drink water, and should have a bowl of…
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Can Leopard Geckos be kept together?
You’ll commonly see a tank full of leopard geckos for sale in most of your large chain pet stores, often piled on top of each other vying for the best hiding places. When seeing this scenario in pet shop after pet shop, it may seem that it’s perfectly fine for leopard geckos to be kept…
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Can Leopard Geckos Climb?
If you’ve seen lizards and geckos climbing up glass and walls, you may wonder, “Can leopard geckos climb?” The short answer is “No,” leopard geckos cannot climb like some other gecko species do. Species like crested geckos or Tokay geckos have sticky pads on their feet that allow them to climb up most surfaces. Instead…
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How Long does a Leopard Gecko Live? Leopard Gecko Lifespan Explained
When selecting a pet, it’s important to consider its lifespan. You’ll want to make sure you can provide care all throughout your pet’s life. So, if you’re wondering “How long does a leopard gecko live?” read on to learn about leopard gecko life expectancy. Compared to other reptiles of relative size commonly kept as pets,…
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How Much Does a Leopard Gecko Cost?
Leopard Gecko Pricing Good news! As far as exotic pets, a leopard gecko may be one of the most cost effective options. The price of a leopard gecko is generally around $30-$50 at your local chain pet store. Privately owned pet stores usually have competitive pricing. Adult reptiles have more time and care invested, and…