Archive for April, 2007

Leopard Gecko Information – Fun Tidbits

Monday, April 30th, 2007
Leopard Gecko Information - Fun Tidbits

Leopard geckos have several characteristics which make them not just any old lizard. These fun and attractive animals make great pets. If you’d like to learn some fun facts about these fascinating reptiles, this article is for you.

They have eyelids which they close while sleeping, unlike other species of gecko. They can also blink, another unique trait.

Geckos can grow as long as 25.4 cm.

They lack the toe pads which allow o (more…)

Leopard Geckos: The Lizard That Wants To Be Your Pet! Part 2

Tuesday, April 10th, 2007
Leopard Geckos: The Lizard That Wants To Be Your Pet! Part 2

At only 6-8 inches long, both in the wild and in captivity, leopard geckos make a great choice for a small household pet, and they require minimal care as compared to many other pet reptiles. They produce very little odor, and if you take care to handle a leopard gecko while it’s still a baby, he’ll be quite tame as an adult and almost enjoy being held!

The one thing to keep in mind when choosing a leopard gecko for a pet is his livi (more…)