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Leopard Gecko

Geckos

Photo: George Chernilevsky · Public domain

Eublepharis macularius

Basic stats

Diet

Opportunistic predator of a variety of prey

Habitat

Rocky dry grassland and desert

Size

Hatchlings 7–10cm

It takes its name from its spotted colouring, which ranges from a yellow to brownish-orange base with spots over all or about half of the back. It is a popular pet and, after extensive captive breeding, is sometimes considered the first domesticated lizard species (Wikipedia, general species account).

Leopard geckos are opportunistic predators that eat a variety of prey, and they can replace each of their roughly 100 teeth every 3 to 4 months. Hatchlings are on average 7 to 10 cm long. A broken tail starts to regrow immediately.

Quick answers

What does the Leopard Gecko eat?
Opportunistic predator of a variety of prey
What habitat does the Leopard Gecko live in?
Rocky dry grassland and desert
How big is the Leopard Gecko?
Hatchlings 7–10cm
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