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Leopard geckos are increasing in popularity and are second only to bearded dragons in this country. Leopard geckos originate from Pakistan and India. I can say without a doubt that all leopard geckos available in South Africa are captive bred, a number of colour forms have been developed by breeders such as striped, high yellow, blizzard and many more. Leopard geckos grow to 20cm in length. They can be kept in a cage measuring 50-60cm in length for an adult, height is not important as they cannot climb. Use sand, bark chunks or newspaper as a bedding. Provide a water bowl and a hide box. Keep the cage heated to 25-30 degrees C. by using a heat pad designed for reptiles or an infrared heat bulb. Place the heat source under one side of the cage. Feed on a diet of crickets, mealworms and roaches. Provide calcium powder in a small bowl.
Timothy Zedi
Tim Zedi is a seasoned reptile enthusiast with over 25 years of experience in keeping and breeding a wide variety of reptiles. Tim was the former chairman of the West Rand Herpetological Association and volunteered at the Transvaal Snake Park.Tim has been instrumental in creating knowledge in the reptile community. He is a regular contributor to Practical Reptile Keeping magazine, where he shares his expertise and insights. Through his work, Tim has become a respected figure in the herpetology field, dedicated to educating others and promoting responsible reptile care.