Types of Pet Geckos

Are you considering adopting a pet for your family? There are many kinds of geckos that you can choose from. One of the animals that make for a great pet is a gecko. With this being said, there are many types of pet geckos for you to look into. Some of them make better pets than others. Before looking into the types of pet geckos, remember that no matter what type of gecko you get, there are going to be certain care tasks that you must follow to keep the gecko healthy and happy. 

Crested Geckos

Eyelash geckos or crested geckos are knowing for the crest that goes from their eyes to their back. Similar to a leopard gecko, a crested gecko could live in a 20-gallon tall tank. However, if you get them a bigger tank, they will have much more room to roam and play. It is important that you have enough plants and branches in the tank to ensure your crested gecko has things to be active on. In addition, you should make sure this type of gecko eats a diet that is specially made for crested geckos. They can’t only eat insects. That won’t be enough to keep them healthy. 

Crested geckos are normally docile, but they can be skittish, so it is important to be careful when handling them. They are a bit more difficult to take care of than a leopard gecko. Lastly, crested geckos generally won’t live as long as a leopard gecko. If you are looking into a crested gecko pet, be sure you know all about taking care of them. Downloading a crested gecko care guide would be a great idea. Just make sure the guide is from a reputable source. 

Leopard Geckos

If you have never had a gecko as a pet, one of the best kinds of geckos to get is a leopard gecko. These are excellent choices for beginner reptile pet owners. You can usually find leopard geckos in local pet shops. You could also check out reptile shows to find a leopard gecko. These gecko lizard pets come in many colors and patterns. You can have 1-2 of these geckos in a 20-gallon tank. You won’t need specialized UVB lights. However, you can use them if you wish. It is important that leopard geckos get enough calcium powder, mealworms, crickets, wax worms, and different insects. Having a healthy, balanced diet will keep your leopard gecko happy and healthy. 

It is quite easy to handle this type of gecko. They won’t usually bite, but it that does happen, it shouldn’t hurt. Most children will even have an easy time holding leopard geckos because they are small and quite light. It is important to know that leopard geckos can live for many years (sometimes 15 years or more). 

African Fat-Tailed Geckos

If you are going to get an African fat-tailed gecko, it might be helpful to know they are very much like the leopard geckos. The difference is that with this type of gecko lizard pet, the tail is used for storing fat. This is why African fat-tailed geckos have such a large and fat tail. With most of these geckos, the tail is just as wide as the head. In order to properly care for an African fat-tailed gecko, you will need to make sure they have a 20-gallon tank. You don’t need to get them UVB lighting. However, you will need to make sure your African fat-tailed gecko has a diet rich is crickets (calcium-dusted) and other kinds of insects. 

These kinds of geckos are usually docile. However, you should know that they could need time to warm up to their new owners. They might be stressed out as first until they get to know their new family better. An African fat-tailed gecko will usually live about as long as the leopard geckos and will be just as big as them, too. 

Conclusion

There are many pets that might be best for you and your family. If you are going to choose to get a gecko as a pet, it is important to learn as much as you can about the different kinds of geckos. Whether you decide to get a crested gecko, leopard gecko, African fat-tailed gecko, or any other type of gecko, just be sure that you follow all recommended care guidelines. This will help to ensure that your gecko lizard pet is able to live a happy, nutritious, and active lifestyle. 

Be sure that you choose a gecko or any other small pet that is going to fit the personality and needs of your family members. For instance, if you have children in the household, you might want to choose a gecko that is more docile. If it is just you raising and caring for the gecko, you might be willing to consider other types of geckos than just the most docile ones. If you ever have concerns about the gecko that you are raising, there are some veterinarians that treat and care for reptiles. You can search up one in your area or close to where you live to get the best care for your gecko. 

Are geckos good pets?

Many people want to know whether geckos are good pets. Most of the time, geckos are docile pets. They don’t usually get upset easily. No matter what age the members of your household are, a gecko can usually make for a great pet. Children usually enjoy raising geckos and love to see them play.

How long do leopard geckos live as pets?

The majority of leopard geckos can live between 10-20 years when living in a household. This is why it is very important to make sure that you and your family are committed to taking care for the gecko before getting one.

Which gecko makes the best pet?

If you are considering getting a gecko as a pet, the leopard gecko is usually a safe option. These geckos are the most common in households. They are small, docile, and quite easy to care for.

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