Gargoyle Gecko - "Pet" versus "Breeding" Quality?

[c0ld]

Hi all,

I've been doing some research on Gargoyle geckos and how to determine quality is still a mystery to me. For example, I read a thread where someone commented on the quality of a gecko and I couldn't understand what determined that.

So it a matter of:

Size, colour, everything being in the right place?

So if I found a Gargoyle at a pet store with a lot of red coloration then that is a high quality specimen?

Lots of good articles out there in general but haven't seen a 'deep dive' into this topic.

Thanks,

C

 

[acpart]

To the best of my knowledge, there are probably 2 ways to determine "pet" vs. "breeder":
--a gargoyle not in the best of health (kinked tail, too small, deformed spine) would be considered "pet quality", should be priced accordingly and should not be bred

--a gargoyle that doesn't have the best coloring may be considered "pet quality". However, I have to say that coloring is in the eye of the beholder. I like red and orange gargs, so I'd consider black and white striped ones to be less desirable (and sell them for less), but some people love that coloration.

Aliza

 

[c0ld]

Thanks Aliza. What is the best way to learn / understand how these morphs work?

For example,
-is it impossible for a black and white pair to have off spring with red in them?
-how important are knowing the bloodline and how is this verified?

Regards
C

 

[acpart]

I think the issue of color genetics for gargs is still being figured out. I'd highly recommend getting the new garg book: Gargoyle Geckos by Philippe de Vosjoli et al published by Advanced Visions ISBN 978-0-9742971-5-6

Aliza