A leopard gecko uses its tongue to do a lot of things in its daily life, so you’re bound to notice its color sooner or later. But is it normal for leos to have red-tipped pink tongues? In reality, that’s the natural color of their tongue but other symptoms could point to potential illness! The…
Can we let leopard geckos have their own little adventures out of their tanks from time to time? Is it really okay to have them free-roam? All I can say is that it’s definitely doable. But you do need to prepare before letting your leo explore outside its enclosure. There are also dangers to look…
Is it normal for them to be lying flat on the ground like that? The answer to the second question is yes—and also no. Your gecko may be lying down for a good reason. But it could also be lying down because it can no longer stand on four legs! Leopard geckos normally lay down…
Gecko sperm plugs—what are those and what do they look like? Are they a normal development or will they hurt your precious leopard gecko? Male leopard geckos develop sperm plugs—hardened hemipenal secretions, debris, and shed—often due to low humidity and vitamin A deficiency. With proper husbandry and diet, geckos can normally pass them without any…
Incubators for leopard gecko eggs are not cheap at all! Professional incubator fridges can sell for at least one grand. If you’re only planning on getting a couple of eggs, then it definitely won’t be worth it. So what’s a regular pet parent to do? It is possible to create affordable DIY incubators for leopard…