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The Leopard Gecko Blog is a collection of modern leopard gecko husbandry advice.

Why us?

We know better than anyone that finding correct care advice on the internet can be difficult. That’s why we’ve spent the time to compile the most accurate and consistent information from a variety of sources to help provide you with information to help both you and your gecko! Our research is based off of scientific studies and observations of wild individuals, as well as tried and true anecdotal evidence when necessary.

Our advice is scientifically backed and proven. We omit the husbandry myths so commonly found in the reptile community and present all of our information in a clear, comprehensive, and easily-accessible way for free.

Citations can be viewed at the end of each post or page.

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The Leopard Gecko does not provide veterinary services, and the advice offered here is for general care-related purposes only. Please take your gecko to a veterinarian if they are in need of medical assistance!

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Recent posts

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    Complete Leopard Gecko Care GuideMarch 5, 2022
  • Gutloading Feeder Insects for ReptilesMay 17, 2021
  • earthworms
    Can Leopard Geckos Eat Earthworms?May 2, 2021
  • The Adventures of Bean – Comic StripsApril 19, 2021
  • bathing leopard geckos
    Bathing Leopard GeckosMarch 13, 2021

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Complete Leopard Gecko Care Guide

Leave a Comment / Care Guides / By Gavin

Gutloading Feeder Insects for Reptiles

Leave a Comment / Health / By Gavin

Leopard geckos are insectivores — they eat live invertebrates exclusively. This is where they get the vast majority of their nutrients which are needed to help their bodies function. To ensure our pets are the healthiest they can be, we need to pay attention to not only what they’re eating, but what their food is …

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Can Leopard Geckos Eat Earthworms?

Leave a Comment / General Care / By Gavin

Because they’re abundant and commonly used as a feeder for amphibians, this question sometimes arises among those looking to give their reptiles a wider feeder variety. The answer is yes, leopard geckos absolutely can eat earthworms, but it’s best if they’re only fed occasionally as they’re high in moisture and low in protein and fat. …

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The Adventures of Bean – Comic Strips

Leave a Comment / Fun / By Gavin

First posted on r/leopardgeckos, The Adventures of Bean is by far one of my favorite comics. Drawn by Strawbebehmod, it showcases beautifully illustrated and hilarious situations that all leopard gecko owners (heck, all reptile owners) will be able to relate to! As the official description reads: Bean is a gecko that believes they are a …

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Bathing Leopard Geckos

1 Comment / General Care / By Gavin

The time when your leopard gecko will need a bath will one day come. Perhaps they need one now, which is why you are here. There’s a variety of reasons why you’d need to bathe your gecko, but the most common ones are to try to soothe impaction and to aid stuck shed. Fortunately, leopard …

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40 Fun Facts about Leopard Geckos

Leave a Comment / Fun Informationals / By Gavin

1. The scientific name of a leopard gecko is Eublepharis macularius. 2. The name “Eublepharis” means “well-made eyelid”. 3. The name “Macularius” means “spotted”. 4. Many hobbyists refer to leopard geckos simply as “leos”. 5. Leopard geckos are estimated to be one of the most commonly kept reptiles in the world, along with bearded dragons …

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Common Mistakes of New Leopard Gecko Owners

Husbandry Myths and Misconceptions / By Gavin

1. Using reptile carpet 2. Using calcium sand 3. Not using an appropriate heat lamp 4. Exclusively using a heat mat 5. Using a red light or other colored bulb 6. Leaving lights on 24/7 7. Forgetting to incorporate a humid hide 8. Using a “half hide” or wall hide 9. Buying a too-small tank …

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Why Do Leopard Geckos Have Spots?

Leave a Comment / Fun Informationals / By Gavin

One of the first things people tend to notice about leopard geckos is how many are covered head to tail with spots. In fact, that’s how they got their name — having a similar pattern to that of a leopard! Leopard geckos are covered with black spots to absorb heat. (Flashback to science class: darker …

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Heat Mats and Leopard Geckos

1 Comment / Husbandry Myths and Misconceptions / By Gavin

Anyone who’s familiar with reptiles is familiar with heat mats. They’re one of those products — still marketed toward beginners to this day at the expense of the wellbeing of the animal. A while ago, heat mats were the way to go with pretty much any reptile. Keepers cited concerns that lights would cause damage …

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Impaction in Leopard Geckos

Leave a Comment / Health / By Gavin

This health guide does not replace veterinary care. If your gecko’s condition does not improve within 2-3 days, go to a veterinarian. Among leopard gecko keepers, impaction is an extraordinarily common fear, and for a good reason: left unchecked, it can be deadly. Simply put, impaction is a blockage of the gastrointestinal tract. It occurs …

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