The leopard gecko has fast become the reptilian version of the parakeet or goldfish. Considered to be the first domesticated species of lizard, the leopard gecko is attractive, perfectly sized, and easy to breed. Leopard Gecko Manual takes a close look at all the characteristics that have made these attractive lizards so amazingly popular in the pet world. Written by a team of herpetoculture experts and gecko specialists, this up-to-date and authoritative guide provides reliable guidelines for keepers who wish to add a gecko to their vivarium and maintain their pet in excellent health and condition. This second edition is revised and expanded to include new sections on Gecko nutrition and feeding, housing, breeding, and banded Geckos.Inside the Leopard Gecko Manual:How to select leopard geckos as pets or for breedingUnderstanding the anatomy and behavior of these fascinating lizardsFeeding your leopard gecko a nutritionally sound diet, with the latest insights on feeder insects and prepared foodsHow to design and maintain the ideal naturalistic habitat for your leopard geckoDetailed information on all aspects of breeding, egg-laying, and incubationWhat you need to know about skin shedding cycles and tail lossRecognizing signs of disease and how to handle health issuesSpecial chapters on African fat-tailed geckos and other eublepharids
