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Here is what I would do if this were my gecko- especially if you are new to geckos. First, I would dismantle the entire setup and start over- I would forego the whole idea of doing loose substrate/bioactive etc. There are just too many variables for the new gecko keeper to trouble shoot. You can...

While there are several possible reasons that a fat tailed gecko isn't eating, I think the most common reason is that they aren't being kept warm enough. With that in mind- I'm not sure I understand your setup. Is the "basking area" that is 92f out in the open? If so, the gecko may not be using...

Geckos don’t play. It followed the tweezers looking for food.

I concur. Most of my adult fat tails eat very little during the winter, regardless of temperature. Juveniles, however, should continue to eat well. If your gecko is a juvenile and is not eating, double check the temperature, especially in the warm hiding spot. You might also try varying the prey...

Sounds about normal.

I keep and breed African fat tailed geckos; I have a fairly sizable breeding group, and produce a fair number of young each year. I occasionally see the claim that "most fat tails only eat crickets". In my experience, that is false. While crickets are definitely a favorite food, I have yet to...

Hello Loachlady. Crossing over from fish to herps and vice versa is not uncommon. With regards to small arid habitat geckos, I am going to second Acpart's suggestion of Coleonyx. I have been working with western banded geckos (variegatus) for several years now, and really like them. Care is very...

I haven’t seen anything about the gecko symposium at the Tinley show coming up. Does anyone know if this is happening?

What is the temperament of Eublepharis hardwickii like, compared to the standard leopard gecko? Someone told me that they are very placid, like the African fat tailed gecko. I've never had hardwickii, so I'm wondering if this is accurate. With respect to husbandry and breeding, do they have any...

I need suggestions for small terrestrial (3"-4") geckos that would thrive in a humid planted environment.

I am having issues with my African fat tail eggs molding and shriveling within a few days of being laid. What could be some possible causes? They are on coconut fiber, slightly damp, mid 80's f. I haven't had this problem with Leopard gecko or Coleonyx eggs. Any ideas?

I am looking for suggestions for species for my paludarium. I am looking for geckos that are arboreal, enjoy high humidity, and are medium sized- smaller than tokays, larger than house geckos. Any thoughts?

Looking for paludarium geckos.

I have a large paludarium with lots of plants, water, humidity, branches, hide-outs, etc. All I have in there for geckos are Mourning geckos. I would like to add another species of about the same size. I thought about day geckos, but I wonder if they are too territorial. Any suggestions for an...

Can Standing's day geckos be kept in groups? Can two males coexist in a large 4' by 8' enclosure? Do they require daily misting or a fogger, or will they drink standing water? I am considering these for my paludarium.

I've mad a few minor changes since the photo was taken, but you get the gist of it. I ended up putting Mourning geckos in, partially because I didn't want anything big enough to go after the Gray treefrogs that I ended up not putting in there, and partly because Mourning geckos are...

Are Gargoyle geckos temperature-dependent sex determination (TSD)? I have read conflicting information online, and am hoping to hear from experienced breeders of this species. Also, a breeder mentioned to me that he rarely hatches males. Is this a common problem?

I need suggestions for floating plants to put in my paludarium. The paludarium is 4' x 8' x 6' tall. The lighting is 3' or so above the surface of the water, and appears to be sufficient for the terrestrial plants. However, I have tried water hyacinth and water lettuce, and I can't keep them...

I have constructed a large (4' x 8' x 6') tropical paludarium. It is a heavily planted, humid, community enclosure. Yes, I intend to mix species. It needs geckos, and I am trying to decide what species to keep. I like Lined day geckos, and not having kept this species before, I have a few...

I have built a large (4' x 8' x 6' high) paludarium. It is heavily planted, and warm and humid. I intend to put some arboreal geckos in there. I am considering flying geckos, and lined day geckos. Do you think these species are compatible? Do you think the two species would fight with each...