Buying my first gecko

[Andolii]

I am interested in getting a reptile as a new pet for myself and after some research found that a gecko was a great idea.

I was wondering what the best type of gecko is best to get for a first time reptile owner. (Keep in mind that I'm Australian)

Thanks guys.

 

[B&B Geckos]

How are you doing, mate? Leopard geckos are a great beginner's reptile: typically they're docile, charming, can withstand a wide temp range, require little space and no uv lighting , as they are nocturnal. I have read that the same can be said about underwoodisaurus milli, an Australian species, although I've never owned one, but hope to one day.

 

[Andolii]

That's awesome, thanks for the reply. I thought that leopard geckos were illegal to own in Australia.

 

[Andolii]

I will probably go for a knob tailed gecko if leopard geckos are illegal to own in Australia.

 

[katie]

Unfortunately, Leopard Geckos are illegal in Australia. However, native reptiles such as Thicktailed Geckos (Underwoodisaurus milli), Knob Tailed Geckos, and Bearded Dragons are not.

 

[LepoInc]

Nephrurus Levis are pretty gnarly

 

[B&B Geckos]

I didn't realize Leo's were not allowed in Australia, but it makes sense if one considers the risk to so many native reptile species. Anyway, a breeder that owns many different species of knob tails likes U. milli best.