Which Gecko To Buy?

[clemsonguy1125]

I found a great breeder in my state and these are the three geckos I have to choose from, they were all born in June or July. He said they were all in exellent health and eating mealworms. Im a beginner and which would be the best for me to start with?

Thanks, for answering all my questions
Clemsonguy1125

 

[MiamiLeos]

Well, what are the options? I'm not exactly sure what you're asking..

 

[clemsonguy1125]

Well, what are the options? I'm not exactly sure what you're asking..

My bad, I just attached the pictures, which do you think looks the healthyiest the all look fine to me but im new to this and just a little wottied about buying online, the breeder sounds like he cares about his lizards and has good feedback but Im just a little nervous.

 

[fl_orchidslave]

Since you are new to geckos, I would suggest an older juvie or sub-adult if possible. They aren't as fragile as babies. The third one pictured looks to be a little older, based on his leg muscles. Good luck in choosing

 

[clemsonguy1125]

Ok so you would reccomend getting one a year old or just a few months, whats considered adult. I have some experience raising frogs and buy fragile do you mean when handeling or what.

 

[MiamiLeos]

They all look to be in good condition. You probably wouldnt have an issue with any of them, but if you are worried, just go with the oldest (I'm assuming the third pic). As far as how they are "fragile" its just a little easier to upset a baby and cause them to periodically stop eating or have them drop their tail. Even the smallest one here doesnt look really small though, and they all look well fed and healthy. I think you will be happy with which ever one you pick

 

[clemsonguy1125]

Thanks I think Ill go with the third one as that seems to be the oldest he will most likely have to be shipped, I feel confident they are all in good conditions and are healthy.

 

[Taquiq]

I chose the Tang Albino.

 

[fl_orchidslave]

Ok so you would reccomend getting one a year old or just a few months, whats considered adult. I have some experience raising frogs and buy fragile do you mean when handeling or what.

Baby geckos tend to be more nervous as they aren't accustomed to handling much yet. They jump easily and can become injured. They need to be fed daily but can also go on hunger strikes and upset their owner. If they develop any health issues, its' more serious than a juvie or sub adult. A 3month old is well started and more stable than a 1month old. All three pictured look healthy, 3rd one looks a bit plumper, maybe a few weeks or so older. I'm sure you'll choose the right one for you

 

[JordanAng420]

I like the third one better anyway. It's got a cool pattern, and I think the tail and body structure look the healthiest.

 

[clemsonguy1125]

I like the third one better anyway. It's got a cool pattern, and I think the tail and body structure look the healthiest.

Me too, Im setting up my tank this weekend and ordering the week after that so I can be home when it arrives!

 

[RAlbrecht]

I personally would go with option D... All of the above

 

[clemsonguy1125]

I personally would go with option D... All of the above

I would but I have a 10 gallon tank and its my first

 

[MiamiLeos]

I personally would go with option D... All of the above

Bahahahaha :main_laugh: come on now, let's act like the kid has at least some chance of not becoming addicted to geckos like the rest of us are

 

[JordanAng420]

I would but I have a 10 gallon tank and its my first

Give it 6 months, and then let us know how many geckos you have. LOL! Betcha can't have more than just one! :main_thumbsup: It's okay, we're all addicts too. That's why we have an entire forum to geckos.

 

[fl_orchidslave]

A 10gal is great for a juvie to start his new life with you. Any bigger and he might get stressed looking for comfort and food. You might want to put a deposit on your choice so some addict doesn't come along and snatch him away He's a cutie for sure

 

[clemsonguy1125]

I believe it's a female would i
be better off getting a male,
I read sometimes females go on hunger strikes around breeding season and can use up body fat laying infertile eggs.

 

[JordanAng420]

Either or is really fine. I have had lots of female geckos, and none as of yet have laid eggs for me without being introduced to a male.

Yes, females do go on hunger strikes when they're ovulating, but males do it too sometimes, mainly just because they're being a P.I.T.A. and they enjoy it. Boys will be boys, after all... ::rolls eyes::

Make sure you provide your gecko with a constant source of calcium with D3, as well as a moist hide, 2 dry hides, and a water dish.

 

[TripleALeos]

I personally would go with option D... All of the above

The other 2 are for sale also...lol

 

[prettyinpink]

The person that actually posted them is on the forum if you didn't realize that. *lol* Ow...Just realized he just posted.

I personally like the Tang het Tremper or the Aptor. But they all are cute