What kind of gecko am I?

[tglassburner]

Picked this up yesterday. Anyone know what he is?

 

[Tony C]

Looks like a Frog-Eyed Gecko, Teratoscincus sp.

 

[Haroldo]

Definitely Teratoscincus. They do much better on sifted play sand (several inches of it). Keep them warm and one end somewhat moist so they can borrow. Medium-sized geckos with healthy appetites.

 

[tglassburner]

Are they common? I only paid $10 for it and that included a 20L and heatpad.

 

[Tony C]

They are somewhat common, I see them in shops from time to time.

 

[Haroldo]

Are they common? I only paid $10 for it and that included a 20L and heatpad.

They are somewhat common, I see them in shops from time to time.

Depends on the species. Not all Teratoscincus are common or exportable (from their country of origin) for that matter.

You got one heck of a deal whether they're common or not!

 

[gitrdone0420]

No kidding on the deal! What an awesome deal! Congrats =] Its cute.

 

[tglassburner]

You got one heck of a deal whether they're common or not!

Craigslist! Also picked up a Uromastyx today for a friend w/ complete setup for $50

 

[reptilekeeper]

yea thanks tglassburner for the uromastyx

 

[shanerules]

its definently a frog eyed. not sure on the specific species though. id setup that 20l with some fine sand and with one end moistened just a tad. I've heard of people using pvc pipes in the sand as an unatural burrow for the gecko. i personally havent tried it but it seems as if it would work. they have a hardy appetite and dont like to be handled much due to their delicate skin. give a shallow water dish and a hide or 2. they are awesome and rewarding geckos! good luck!

shane

 

[Hiccup]

That thing is adorable! It's obviously not, but it reminds me of a knobtail, with the big alien eyes.