ITIONER.VE HAD THESE LEOPARD GECKOS FOR A COUPLE WEEKS AND THEY REFUSE TO EAT. IVE TRIED EVERYTHING I CAN THINK OF. IM AT WITS END WITH THEM AND AM LOSING PATIENCE AND INTEREST. ANY IDEAS OF WHAT I CAN DO TO COERCE THEM TO EAT. IVE TRIED REPTA AIDE, CAN O CRICKETS, LIVE INSECTS, EXOTERRA ELECTROLYTE WATER CONDIONER. IM USING AN INFRA RED 75 WATT BULB IN A 20 LONG TANK,USE PAPERTOWEL AS A SUBSTRATE. CAN ANYONE HELP?
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LEOPARD GECKOS NOT EATING
justinbrick44
Dec 25, 2007 03:00 AM
Replies (2)
joeysgreen
Dec 25, 2007 09:37 PM
most problems like this are related to stress. Your bulb is likely hot enough, but you won't know until you take the temperatures. The gecko might feel exposed, add extra hides of different types and make sure the cage is in a low traffic area.
As per the food, stick with life bugs; and a variety. However, remember that these are nocturnal animals which will more actively search for prey in the evening or during the night. Also, remember that bugs always hanging around running around will also stress out your gecko. Don't add to many at once, or remove most after a half hour or so.
Good luck,
Ian
justinbrick44
Dec 25, 2007 10:57 PM
Thank you, I really appreciate your help. Justin.
