Leopard gecko not eating :(

benga

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So i've had this leo for 3 days now and it only ate 1 superworm. I have a dish with dusted mealworms. There's also a water dish. I try to get him to eat but he just ignores the food. Whenever he doesn't eat the superworm i take it out because i heard they will nibble on the leo, but the mealworms are still there. The leo is a juvi. I use a UTH and im waiting on a bigger UTH to come in the mail as well as some temp gauges. I can't tell what the temp is exactly but it feels pretty warm. Any tips? I use paper towel bedding if that helps.
 

LeopardShade

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During the acclimation period, it is very common for geckos to go off feed due to the stress of moving into a new home with new surroundings. Some geckos even go weeks without food when being rehomed. 3 days is not a big deal in my mind, and the fact that he already ate, even if it was only one worm, is a positive step. Make sure to keep the stress level to an absolute minimum and keep offering food every couple days.

You should probably invest in a digital thermometer so you can accurately monitor the temperatures. Geckos can also go off food if temperatures are too cold.
 

benga

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During the acclimation period, it is very common for geckos to go off feed due to the stress of moving into a new home with new surroundings. Some geckos even go weeks without food when being rehomed. 3 days is not a big deal in my mind, and the fact that he already ate, even if it was only one worm, is a positive step. Make sure to keep the stress level to an absolute minimum and keep offering food every couple days.

You should probably invest in a digital thermometer so you can accurately monitor the temperatures. Geckos can also go off food if temperatures are too cold.

Thanks for the reply.

I'll definitely offer him food every now and then. He's pooping so i'm assuming that's a good sign. Should i leave him in solitude or should he get used to me being around?
 

marauderhex

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Slowly start introducing yourself more and more. The slower you do it, the more receptive they are that you aren't a threat.
 

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