![Why Is Your Gecko Staring? [At You, Other Animals, Other Objects]](https://www.reptilehero.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/why-gecko-stare-cc-768x614.jpg)
The fact that geckos are natural slow-moving creatures makes it easy to catch them staring blankly at you or in space. But why do they stare? Could this be an underlying cause of a bigger problem? In general, staring in leopard and crested geckos is a normal behavior. Usually, geckos stare because of the following…
![Are Christmas Trees Dangerous to Reptiles? [10 Risks & 21 Trees]](https://www.reptilehero.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/christmas-tree-pose-risk-reptile-cc-768x614.jpg)
It’s that time of the year again—Yuletide! But are our beloved snakes, geckos, turtles, and other scaly pets safe with Christmas trees in the house? Will they like all the twinkling lights and ornate decorations? Or will all of that just stress reptiles out? Christmas trees can harm a reptile if they are placed inside…
Reptile researchers and pet owners have come a long way when it comes to observing geckos from a distance. Now, even pet parents who aren’t tech-savvy can keep a close eye on their geckos with a simple little security camera! Generally, there are 10 factors that determine whether a camera is compatible with a specific…
![Keep Your Gecko Safe From Your Cat – Ultimate Guide [Set-Ups]](https://www.reptilehero.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Gecko-safe-from-cat-cc-1-768x614.jpg)
Some pet parents greatly underestimate how strong their cat’s predatory instincts can be in the presence of small geckos. Even the gentlest of cats have proven themselves to be quite vicious and relentless hunters, preying on vulnerable pet geckos. Is it time to rehome your cat? Or can you keep it while ensuring your gecko’s…
![Can You Have a Gecko and a Cat Together? [Yes, But…]](https://www.reptilehero.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Gecko-and-cat-together-cc-768x614.jpg)
No matter how cute and fluffy your cat is, these furballs have razor-sharp claws and piercing teeth. Pair that with a gecko’s relatively thin and vulnerable skin and you’ll find yourself regretting ever letting cats and gecko meet—or even play. In general, geckos and cats can live in the same house however they should never…