Help, Shrivled tail

[Wretched]

I dont know where my camera is so I cant take a picture.

One of my hatchlings is having problems shedding. I'm keeping an eyes on it and helping when i can. yesterday i noticed something. The very tip of its tail is shriviling up, and the underside of his tail is looking red. I'm a very worried dad. Any idea what it would be?

 

[gothra]

Could it be thermal burns? Have you check if there are any particularly hot spot in the tank?

 

[Val]

That was my first guess. I'd check your temps with a digital therm. or a temp gun to make sure everything is ok.

 

[Golden Gate Geckos]

I agree.... check your temps on the surface of the warmest spot.

 

[Grinning Geckos]

You mentioned shed problems...once you rule out thermal burns, check to see if there is shed stuck on the tail. Old shed can constrict (as it won't grow with the gecko) and cause an eventual loss of the tail.

 

[Golden Gate Geckos]

High temperatures will cause shed problems.

 

[Wretched]

Thanks for all the imput. I checked the temp and it was rather high. i've adjusted and will keep him moist and see what happens. All my other hatchlings are rambunxious and happy.

 

[Jeanne]

Yeah! Geckoforums saves the day again! I am glad you figured out what happened and hope the little guy makes a complete recovery!