Geckos on opposite schedual...

[Combz]

I recently got 2 new geckos from a local pet store. Both where in the same cage living together in a group of about 6-7 geckos. They both seem to have taken well to the new tank. One of them is MUCH MUCH more active during the day. She is up in the morning when i get up and BEGS for breakfast lol. Ruby (the day gecko) is up and prowling most of the day till about 8 or 9 pm then takes a nap and is back at it during the night.

Violete on the other hand sleeps NONSTOP. I know she is up during the night but i cant be sure that she is eating at night hince im asleep. Is this weird for leos? I hope to goodness she is eating. I know for sure ruby eats. Anyone know how toget them on the same schedual or if i need to worry. I leave a 60watt heat bulb on during day but nothing at night.


If i need to be concerned let me know and if you know how to help please do. I love these guys to death and want everything to be ok.


Ryan

 

[theWERM]

I'm a little confused, are you housing a leopard gecko and a day gecko in the same tank?

 

[Khrysty]

I'm a little confused, are you housing a leopard gecko and a day gecko in the same tank?

No, they're both leopard geckos. Calling one the "day" gecko refers to the diurnal habits of the animal, whereas the other one is more nocturnal.

To answer the OP's question: there's really no way to get them on the same schedule. I wouldn't worry too much, though. If your night gecko starts to drop weight, you might consider separating them. But if they're both gaining weight, or remaining the same weight, then they're both eating and doing just fine.