Is my Gecko Drinking.

[redburmese]

Hello.

First of all, I love Leopard Geckos, and second my Leopard has been going through a bit of a hibernation, barely eating once a week lately.

But second of all, I was wondering if all Leopard Geckos must drink water. Mine has been thriving, but I have never seen her drink water from her water dish. Is she doing it behind my back, much like she does when she has to go the bathroom or when basking. Or is she just getting her liquids from her prey?

 

[Scott&Nikki]

How old is she? She may be ovulating and not be interested in it right now. How often are you watching her though? The only time I see mine drinking is when I am basically in the same room all day. I don't think it is anything you need to worry about, but just keep it mind to pay close attention to make sure she isn't sick or something and needs to be taken to a vet.

 

[redburmese]

Well, she's been like this since I first really got her which was about 6 months ago, she is already full grown, and she hasn't had a mate.

 

[Scott&Nikki]

She may still be ovulating, she just isn't having the eggs fertilized, so you won't have babies. If you haven't seen her drink in 6 months and she looks healthy, I am sure she is just doing it when you are not around; most likely at night when shes moving around the tank, rack, etc. Could you post a picture of her?

 

[Stitch]

Most people never see their gecko drink mainly because we do not watch them 24/7. Don't worry your gecko is fine...and drinking.