Little runt hatchling

[RampantReptiles]

I had a very small leo hatch out of an egg a few weeks ago. I did not weigh her or take photos right after she hatched because I dont like to bother hatchlings especially when they are so nasty.

I just separated the "runt" and its clutchmate because I was concerned the bigger gecko might eat her or be competing for food. I know the little one is eating and has shed. The clutchmate is twice the size of the little one, but only hatched 1 day before.
They weighed in at 5 grams and 2 grams at 3 weeks of age.

 

[Kelentari]

That is interesting.

I really like the pattern on the larger clutchmate--very pretty! :main_yes:

 

[gecko breeder]

id have to say my favorite is the larger one, maby it has giant in it very nice

 

[GeckoGathering]

Runt or?

I had a very small leo hatch out of an egg a few weeks ago.
weighed in at 2 grams at 3 weeks of age.

IMO you may have hatched a dwarf.
I have collected information on them since
hatching one in 2008.
Take care. HJ

 

[Kristi23]

She's cute! I hope she starts gaining weight for you soon. I hatched a similar pair and the little one is now eating like a pig.