Leopard geckos are lucky in that there are relatively few health issues which tend to affect them. However, tail loss is one of these issues. Dropping their tail is a defense mechanism which enables leopard geckos to escape from predators, though it can cause some problems.
A gecko will grow a new tail if they lose theirs, though the tail which they grow back won’t usually look much like the tail they have lost; it tends to be a different (more…)
When you consider a leopard gecko calcium supplement, keep in mind that calcium is the most important mineral and should be available at all times.
Leopard Geckos by instinct will eat it directly to get more calcium, they will lick up extra as they need it. Occasionally you still need to du (more…)
Make sure that you provide your leopard gecko supplement to aid healthy growth and living. As with people and most domesticated animals that do not get a complete variety from a natural diet, supplementation is necessary. Doing the basic when caring for your pet gecko will ensure that i (more…)
Leopard Geckos in the Wild
Leopard geckos are nocturnal lizards, natively found in the deserts of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and parts of India. They absolutely adore the heat and love rocky terrain, making their dwelling under the ground during the dry, desert daytime. Leopard geckos are quite unique because they have real eyelids – which is extremely uncommon to most gecko species – and they also lack flat, adhesive pads on their toes. (more…)