As you probably know, wild crested geckos eat a varied diet consisting of different types of insects, overripe fruits, and nectar. It stands to reason that they would enjoy a similar menu at home, but does that mean that it’s safe to share your favorite fruits with your scaly little friend? First and foremost, yes, crested…
The short answer is: Yes Crested Geckos can eat lettuce but you shouldn’t feed it to them because lettuce has high water content and low nutritional value. It’s unlikely that your gecko will suffer any ill effects from eating a little lettuce here and there but it certainly shouldn’t become a staple in their diet. As…
No, Leopard Geckos are not poisonous. They have no venom and a bite from a gecko will rarely break the skin so there is very little to worry about. Leopard Geckos can be safely handled by adults and children alike. Are Leopard Geckos Poisonous To Cats? While they don’t have venom as such, geckos can carry…
No. Leopard Geckos cannot swim. Their natural habitat consists of dry, rocky deserts or mountains so they are not well adapted to, or particularly fond of, swimming or living in an aquatic environment. What Happens When Leopard Geckos Go In Water? If they happen to find themselves in a body of water, being non-swimmers doesn’t…
Like all reptiles, Leopard Geckos shed their skin throughout their lives. This is a perfectly normal and healthy process for Leopard Geckos to go through, even though it looks a little strange to us mammals! So strange, in fact, that it can cause new owners to worry that something might be wrong with their little…
None. Leopard Geckos can’t eat any human foods. They are insectivores and require a diet made up exclusively of insects (and a little water to drink). What Do Leopard Geckos Eat? This can be covered in much greater depth but it pretty much boils down to this: Leopard Geckos eat insects. Feed them a diet rich…
Superworms are a popular addition to many Leopard Geckos diets but they have a reputation for being a bit of a dangerous meal and some owners flat out refuse to feed them to their beloved geckos. While it’s true that superworms do bite, they are unlikely to cause any damage to a full-grown gecko and are…
Leopard geckos can eat waxworms and they LOVE eating them So much! In fact, they can become obsessed with waxworms and can actually get so addicted to them that they will refuse to eat anything else you offer. Waxworms are fine to offer as a treat for your leopard gecko from time to time but should…
Believe it or not, but Crested Geckos are actually very vocal pets, and while they might not match cats or dogs with the volume and sheer amount of noise they make, they are certainly one of the more expressive species of gecko in this regard. For first-time owners though, it can be unexpected and perhaps…