Leopard gecko care

Leopard geckos...it's love actually

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I got really into reptile pets a few years back. My brother in law's brother had a cool lizard pet. I have no idea what kind of lizard it was at the time, now, I think it was probably a crested lizard. But that was it.I just stared and stared at it all afternoon. Just grew to love them and lizards in general. Now a huge leopard gecko fan. I love the colors, their character and those eyes. I don't have many friends into leos and I'm also a little shy so I prefer to write, blog, film and chat about them online instead. Hope you enjoy my ramblings about leopard geckos, other geckos and life in general!

 

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A BACKGROUND INTO LEOPARD GECKOS 

Leopard geckos are one of the most early and primitive forms of gecko. They belong to the Eubleparidae subfamily. This means that that they are terrestrial animals i.e. they live on the ground rather than in trees or in houses.

One of their most recognized characteristics is their moveable eyelids. Notice how the lower lid moves up, instead of both lids moving, or the upper lid moving down. That gives their eyes their popular hypnotic quality.

They originated from parts of Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran and Pakistan, even reaching into the north-west part of India. The conditions can be harsh in these areas, with a lot of wind, including fierce whirlwinds, intense heat and lack of water.

Because of the fierce heat and conditions in their native habitat, leopard geckos are used to sleeping mostly in the day to avoid the heat, and sheltering under rocks, stones or ledges.

They like to eat small insects and worms.

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