Lip-licking leopard geckos: it’s not exactly a popular topic within the reptile-keeping community. But it’s definitely something worth discussing―especially since it could be a sign that your gecko is at great risk of getting extremely sick! As a general rule, labial or lip-licking is normal behavior for leopard geckos in the context of the following…
Geckos, differently from other pets, almost always poop on the same spot. But sometimes, this could come as a nasty surprise when you see runny poop! What could be the reason for the loose stool? How can you go about it? Runny poop in leopard and crested geckos are mainly caused by changing the 1)…
![Do Geckos Eat Their Own Poop? [The Science of Coprophagia]](https://www.reptilehero.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Gecko-eat-poop-cc-1-768x614.jpg)
When the word “poop” pops into our minds, we generally associate it with negative things: it’s stinky, unsightly, and just disgusting. Nothing about poop screams appetizing! But some animals surprisingly see poop as food―is your gecko one of them? Did you see him eating it? Generally, geckos are not recognized as intentional poop-eating or coprophagous…
I bet you saw at least once your leopard or crested gecko in a yawn-like pose. It is too cute, no doubt. So, you might even rush to grab your camera to record it! But is it actually yawing? Is this a sign that it wants to rest? Or are you just overthinking? Typically, leopard…
![Deep Heat Projectors For Leopard Geckos? [Final Guide]](https://www.reptilehero.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/gecko-deep-heat-projector-small-cover-infographic.jpg)
Have you heard of deep heat projectors and wondered if you should use them? Are they safe? Do they really improve your gecko’s overall well-being? The reptile-keeping community has come quite a long way in terms of husbandry practices and standards. As a result, numerous companies have been releasing innovative heat sources as the so-called…