Leopard Gecko
Eublepharis macularius
Country of origin | Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran and northwest India |
Habitat | Vivarium, moist, cold, warm hides, sandy soil |
Diet | All types of insects |
Status | Solitary |
Lifespan | 15 years |
Average body weight | Females 0.05-0.07kg / males 0.06-0.08kg |
Average body length | Females 18-20cm / males 20-28cm |
Did you know?
Leopard geckos eat their own shed. Leopard geckos’ tails fall off when they feel threatened as a defence mechanism.
Threats in the wild
Foxes, snakes and other large reptiles
IUCN red list status
The IUCN status of the Leopard Gecko is least concern.
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