Tail Swishing?

[LeoGirl1999]

My leo will swish his tail back and forth, while holding it up REALLY high. This has only happened twice, but I was just wondering if it was some sort of signal? Thanks!

~Erin

 

[DrCarrotTail]

Tail swishing is a signal of aggression in a leo. They'll swish their tail like you describe when about to attack - whether it be a cricket or another gecko. Other geckos may find it scary - I think its adorable! Although I might not stick my finger within attack range while he's swishing...lol

 

[LeoGirl1999]

Tail swishing is a signal of aggression in a leo. They'll swish their tail like you describe when about to attack - whether it be a cricket or another gecko. Other geckos may find it scary - I think its adorable! Although I might not stick my finger within attack range while he's swishing...lol

I thought it was adorable, too! I was guessing it was some sort of signal like that, so I didn't dare put my hand in his tank. I usually hold him for a couple minutes every night, but not when he does that. The odd thing was that he had already eaten all of his mealies, and he's my only reptile. Maybe he was mad because I was watching his every move xD Thanks!

 

[DrCarrotTail]

He also might be able to see his reflection in the glass - male Leo's can be quite the territorial crazies!

 

[LeoGirl1999]

He also might be able to see his reflection in the glass - male Leo's can be quite the territorial crazies!

That's an amazingly good point! :main_yes: