Solution to my Amyae problems

[Paul de Boer Jr.]

I had a few knobtails die about a month ago, and the examination of my collection revealed high levels of E. Coli and Serratia Marcesens, two different bacteria that occur naturally but are harmless under normal conditions. They are "opportunistic bacteria" as they take the opportunity to multiply if the immune system is comprimised (by stress, etc) or exposed to high levels of these bacteria and they are ingested.

Treatment consists of a calcium supplement and food supplement (Insectivore(c) ), and a daily dose of 0.01 cc's of the anti-biotic Enroflaxacian. I also give them the pro-biotic Benebac to help maintain the health of the digestive tract during the course of anti-biotics.

Below is a picture of my favorite, who, unfortunately, was among the casualties.

 

[SelectGex]

Im really sorry for your loss, glad you found what was going on.

 

[SelectGex]

Here's the Image, you cannot post a .html page as an image, so right click the image, click image properties and select location

the location is http://xa0.xanga.com/eecd36e623531110953102/m78981952.jpg

 

[oli]

I'm sorry to hear about your losses. I believe that amyae are easily stressed out geckos, and this therefore effects their immune system like you had stated. I had a female amyae die recently too, so i feel your frustration.

 

[Ken Bartenfeld]

I too am sorry for your loss. I know how it is to lose your favorite amyae. Has happened to me around 3 times now