Floppy Tail Syndrome question

Yakuzaj

New member
Hey,
New member here. I bought a very neglected phelsuma grandis from a pet shop a few months ago and was wondering whether it is possible to correct floppy tail syndrome. His tail flops directly over his head whenever he is facing downwards and has recently developed a ridge between where his back ends and tail begins. I'm just concerned that this ridge may be a sign of MBD or whether it's due to FTS. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks!
 

acpart

Well-known member
Not seeing the gecko myself, I couldn't say which one it is, but I don't think either case is reversible. If it is MBD, the condition could be prevented from getting worse by providing the appropriate lighting/supplements.

Aliza
 

Yakuzaj

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I'm not 100% sure how to add pictures but hopefully this has worked and will be of some use.
Thanks :)
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Aside from the ridge between his back/tail he's otherwise healthy. Since I bought him, he eats gutloaded and dusted locusts and honey/fruit mixed with calcium&d3, and he has a 4% uvb bulb for lighting (pictured).
 
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acpart

Well-known member
He looks pretty good and I don't see any issues with his legs that would suggest he has MBD. As I understand it, floppy tail is more of a cosmetic issue than a health problem.

Aliza
 
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