When is my gecko an adult?

[brianwestchester]

My daughter just got a leo gecko. We were told he is about 11 months old. We were also told he would probably grow a couple of more inches. At what point should we switch from feeding him every day to feeding him every other day?

 

[DrCarrotTail]

Their maturity is based more on weight than age as the rate they grow is highly dependent on temperature and nutrition. They are sexually mature at 45g. I feed every 2-3 days (three times a week) starting at 25g. They tend to reach their full size around 2 years of age but really slow down after about 45-50g. I weigh mine every week or two to make sure they are not losing weigh or gaining too much weight. They easily become obese and it is as unhealthy for them as for any animal.

 

[OhioGecko]

He should have his full body length or near it at 11 months old. He will not grow a couple more inches.