Leopard Gecko by Sandy Allen Reprinted from the Newsletter of the Toledo Herpetological Society, Vol.11, No.6, June 2000. Leopard Gecko, Indian or Pakistani Fat-tailed Gecko. Eastern Iran, southeastern Afghanistan, Pakistan, northwestern India. They hide in burrows and under rocks during the day.
Leopard geckos are probably the most easily kept lizard.
Hatchlings and juveniles should not be handled unnecessarily until they reach about 5 inches in length. With regular handling, these animals are usually very calm and will seldom bite. It will regenerate but may not be as nice looking as the original tail. If you choose to make caves by piling rocks together, cement them together to prevent accidental collapse of the cave and subsequent injury to the animals. A basking light over a rock will provide a basking site.