Adding in new leos

shogun8

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I have a female leo that is approximately 1 and a half years old. I want to add another leo into the tank (preferably female) and I was wondering if there was anything I could do to ensure that they do not end up fighting or anything? The new gecko I plan to introduce will be a bit smaller than the one I currently own.

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hamby92

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ohio
before introducing it would be best that you quarantine your new gecko for 90 days to prevent the risk of spreading diesese or infection between the geckos. when introducing the geckos supervise to make sure they do not fight and if they do remove them and house them seperatley it would also help to introduce them in a new enviroment to help prevent a territorial dispute
 

Aurorae

Gecko Girl :D
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As above :) Always ensure you introduce a gecko of a similar size and age, this will minimise the likelihood of fighting. Size difference can encourage dominance of the larger gecko...but then it depends on how much smaller this gecko is... Keep a good firm eye on them for the first few hours of being together - they may seem ok at first but they can change their mind in a heartbeat. Also be aware of any changes in appetites or behaviour which may indicate either gecko is uncomfortable or scared (tail waving, pressing their bodies to the ground and keeping very low). Also provide new hiding spots which the already resident gecko hasn't used before to avoid territorialism - made sure there are plenty of places for both geckos to retreat to.
 

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