You probably have a vague idea of what enrichment is if you came across this article. But not many people really explain what it is in great detail and why it is important. Even more concerning, people don’t talk about the negative consequences of not providing pet geckos with enrichment. So I’ll take on the…
Many newbie gecko keepers and breeders have the misconception that enrichment is an expensive and complicated process. However, this is not necessarily true. You can successfully provide entertainment and play for your gecko using a variety of cheap items and activities that don’t require any money! In general, keepers and breeders can entertain and engage…
Bored is an adjective you would rarely ever see in the same sentence as the word gecko. However, I’m pretty sure that many newbie gecko owners and breeders have thought about both at least once. So what does science have to say about geckos and boredom? Generally speaking, geckos and many other reptiles can indeed…
For many people, geckos aren’t considered bright animals so they tend to think that these reptiles are incapable to remember. However, many experienced keepers and herpetologists would argue otherwise. Surprisingly, their memory may be on par with ours! Generally speaking, experts believe that geckos can store memory from just a few days up to several…
Many people find it inconceivable that geckos may be smart animals. Unfortunately, this is largely true even within the reptile community. However, science might give our leopard and crested geckos more credit than any of us would even expect! Generally, geckos can be considered intelligent animals as they exhibit various higher-level cognitive abilities. Recent studies…
Honestly, I don’t find it surprising that gecko owners regularly give their scaly babies a good back rub or head pat. For me, it’s totally normal to want to give our lovely animal companions a good petting. So is it okay for reptile owners to continue petting their geckos? In general, many herpetologists and gecko…
Smiling geckos—what a feast for the eyes of reptile owners! But can leopard geckos even really smile out of their own free will? What does science have to say about our smiley little geckos? Here’s a clue: they’re born with it! In general, leopard geckos and other reptiles do not intentionally smile to express happiness…
Have you ever heard of Cupola Basin geckos? If not, don’t worry! It’s actually even rarer to find people who are familiar with this species. And now that you’ve heard of it, you must be eager to learn more about this gorgeous but evasive little reptile! The Cupola gecko (Mokopirirakau ‘Cupola’) is a rare, indigenous,…
How do you choose the best temperature gun for your gecko? Do non-contact laser thermometers even have any major differences among each other beyond aesthetics? The simple answer to that is yes. Generally, gecko owners must assess a temperature gun according to Dimensions and weight: Smaller units are better but pen-type units are not suggested…
Does a perfect thermometer for gecko tanks actually exist? The answer is: YES! However, before buying one you need to learn about what to look at. Spoiler alert: the most expensive item is not always what you need. Rather, you should check 5 important factors and understand how they related to your gecko and its…