Another Leo Newbie

[Figtoria]

Hi all,

I'm definitely a Leo newbie, though I have had many other reptiles and amphibians before. But that was many years ago and this is my first time back into the hobby in about 20 years, so I feel like a total newb just generally.

Reading up on Leopard Geckos is an adventure itself! So much debate and conflict on everything! Substrate, calcium with D3 or not, how often to feed, etc.

I got my two little guys today - and I'm totally excited! They're beautiful, was told by the breeder they are 7 weeks old. One of them ate a cricket just before he was boxed up! They look very healthy and plump for their age, though they're both in the middle of a shed, I think.

They've been fed crickets - but I wondered if it was worth also trying mealworms yet?

I'm not sure of their morph - can anyone tell me?

I think my water dish is way too big, now I see it in there. There is another hide on the far right (cool side) you can't see and I am building a "moist hide" out of tupperware and moss right now.

Here is a picture.

Thanks! I'm looking forward to reading everyone else's advice and experience!

 

[Tongue Flicker]

Hey vicki welcome aboard!

 

[B&B Geckos]

Welcome to Gf & congrats on your babies, Vicki. Top priority when keeping geckos: 1. Temperature b/t 86-92 in one spot where they can absorb heat through their belly other end of tank should be around the low 70s or high 60s. 2. Supplement and gut load feeders. i would offer mealworms weekly. They don't smell and are easier to feed and keep than crickets. 3. Shedding. If you think they're starting to get that cloudy look before a shed prevent problems by raising the humidity in the take. You can pour some water on the paper towel in the warm hide or roll up a wet paper towel and place it in the warm hide. Best.

 

[Some87]

I think there is more controversy than true facts for these little guys. I'm as reptile noob and don't even know what to believe. IMO these little guys are tough and can withstand some stuff. People say mealworms are bad and others feed nothing but mealworms. Others say dubia roaches are best and easy to raise. Just look at how many people have these things. I'm sure a large majority of owners don't even read care sheets or forums and the only info they have are from the big petshops.