Leopard Gecko, The Best Pet Reptile?

Clint talks specifically about the leopard gecko (Eublepharis macularius), weighing the merits of these WONDERFUL little creatures so you can decide if they are the right pet for you.
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0:28 Leopard Geckos get an overall score of 4.4 out of 5.
0:43 Score criteria: Handleability, Care, Hardiness, Availability, Upfront Costs.
0:53 Handleability: How well does a Leopard Gecko do with handling?
3:36 Care: What is involved with caring for Leopard Geckos?
5:28 Hardiness: How hardy are Leopard Geckos?
7:01 Availability: How easy is it to obtain a Leopard Gecko?
8:26 Upfront Costs: How much does it cost to get setup with a Leopard Gecko?
9:18 Conclusion: Leopard Geckos are great and deserve an overall score of 4.4.
9:36 Bloopers, out-takes, silliness.
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You guys are so RAD!

[@cfol4437]

Just got my first leopard gecko and I stumbled across your channel. I really like how you present information. You're passionate about every reptile and really informative but you don't condemn people doing stuff wrong which I really like since moste people don't want to hurt their pets and are more likely to listen to someone who is as calm and friendly as you. Also I adore how calm your leopard geckos are and how easy you handle them. Your pets trust you and that's just more reason to listen to your info.

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much for the kind feedback! I totally agree with you about being patient and kind with new keepers making mistakes. We all make them, and most of us would stop if we knew what to do. Hopefully our channel helps with that. So glad you found our channel!

[@adrianvargas2261]

I got mine yesterday its a small bean

[@billclinton328]

There is also another channel called leopard gecko that provides tons of information

[@ameliabenson6637]

Hows its going with the gecko now :)

[@turtlez8368]

same

[@holtshady]

Your disposition is something between a bob Ross and Steve Erwin, really cool to go along with the subject of your videos

[@ClintsReptiles]

I don't mind that comparison one bit! Love those guys. Thank you so much!

[@54graemeh]

Reminds me more of Jered from Silicon Valley. Not in a bad way 😂

[@InWitheNew]

Steve Irwin/Bob Ross as played by David Tenant

[@whos_peter_parker4253]

Does anyone know of anyone or anyplace that rehabilitates and re-homes leopard geckos in Indiana or The Midwest? I’ll take any advice please help! Thanks

[@BlackPhillip666]

The human version of Elijah Wood.

[@kaitydidkaity6542]

This mans energy gives me life Vibes: 4.9/5

[@decemberchillz6554]

That is... one of the highest scores we’ve ever given, it’s one of the highest scores we’re ever gonna give.

[@imk2007]

@@JooBrothers he's just welcoming you why are you so mean

[@robinmatz6686]

Where are the last 0.1? In this vid even his shirt fits right haha

[@kaitydidkaity6542]

@@robinmatz6686 lost 0.1 for not wearing a green tie :/

[@whos_peter_parker4253]

Does anyone know of anyone or anyplace that rehabilitates and re-homes leopard geckos in Indiana or The Midwest? I’ll take any advice please help! Thanks

[@renarudo1]

Had my lil guy for 22 years. Best friendly scaly lil buddy one can have.

[@stacyasdell972]

Nice job on 22 years! My little old man is 18 this year!

[@JaydenL.]

Not Bad! THEY Die At the Age Of 20 SO CHECK YOUR GECKO MORE OFTEN

[@SohailKiParii]

Wow that is amazing!!! I hope my boy lasts that long too!

[@sophiasapphireberg8288]

renarudo1 Adorable! My little boy (Pax) has Enigma Syndrome (Kinda like Autism for geckos), and he’s the best thing that ever happened to me! He is currently 10 months old, and I’ve had him for 8 months. I’m hoping for him to live the fullest life he could ever live. Great job on taking care of your gecko, btw!

[@fishcareforbeginners9781]

Stay Sea tell him I said happy birthday

[@MooseWillard]

0:57 Handleability 3:41 Care 5:33 Hardiness 7:06 Availability 8:30 Upfront Cost

[@dragonyxaa4495]

Thank you

[@mauricethegecko9700]

Thanks

[@E-dawg582]

Thanks

[@moth4799]

thx

[@alasdairstewart4093]

Thanks man

[@Hamburglar009]

Can confirm about the sand substrate. 25 years ago or so when I was a child my parents got me a leopard gecko. The pet store told us sand was the best substrate since they are “desert” animals. We didn’t know much about thermostats and GOOD thermometers (not the plastic analog ones in the big box pet store, but good thermometers) and we thought all was well. He lived for maybe 8 months to a year and then we found out the hard way the sand substrate caused internal bleeding. It was traumatizing as a child. To make a long story short, don’t use sand. Please don’t use sand. Please buy thermometers and legitimate thermostats and your gecko will be super happy and healthy. I love them

[@sebbehermansson8819]

Whats should I use instead os sand?

[@jordan-kristina2014]

wow! As an adult about to buy one for my son I literally have the exact same story. My geckos stomach turned kind of black and he died.

[@AdventuresWithV]

@@sebbehermansson8819 you can use paper towel. It's easy to clean and help you to make sure it's consistently going to the bathroom

[@truereaper4572]

@@AdventuresWithV Paper towels are fine as a very temporary solution but definitely not the best for long term. Soil substrate is probably the way to go.

[@ReqOreo]

Clint: this is the highest score we’re ever going to give to any animal Cornsnake: I’m about to end this mans whole career

[@Matt-if3mb]

Boom bam badabap boom pow

[@SousukeAizen421]

clint said he raised Leopad gecko Handibility to 5, that would raise their score higher than cornsnake

[@edgyanole9705]

​@@SousukeAizen421 cornsnakes had a 4 in handleability and in the blake rat snake video he said that he might have been a bit too harsh on them which would give cornsnakes an overall score of 5/5

[@pxrisxiv]

I honestly hope "one day" after finished my college course I get a good job, my own home and have a whole reptile room haha :) or maybe 2 reptile rooms.

[@ClintsReptiles]

Sounds like a good dream :)

[@ahsgoc]

I feel you sis

[@jaffercakefilms3901]

Damm 2 reptile rooms that would be sweet

[@ClintsReptiles]

A warm room and a cool room would be amazing! That is a good dream :)

[@RebelFan-yd2lv]

Valiant Faynt in. Fffffffffz be

[@sharijohnson4030]

I’m totally getting a leopard gecko when I’m older

[@ClintsReptiles]

You will love it!

[@nomercy3883]

I prefer chocolate albino in my opinion

[@innuendoc251]

Bomby Boi I have a regular albino, it reminds me of like fruit loops lol, it has so much colorful spots, I was gonna get a brown gray and black one, but I wanted to get the albino.

[@davidlarkin1040]

Did you do it?

[@lotusjuice3834]

Maybe.....

[@heathert5455]

I was 11 years old, back in 1999, when I owned a leopard gecko. It was the most laid back lizard that I ever owned. Prior to that, my family owned an Iguana named Salty and he was a real bastard---he would try to bite and whip us with his tail---so, feeding and cleaning his enclosure was a NIGHTMARE. After the experience with Salty the Iguana, it was very nice to get such a laid back lizard. I would definitely own a leopard gecko again.

[@chromewitdakok]

What happened to him

[@heathert5455]

@@chromewitdakok The leopard gecko passed away in 2002 and a friend of the family took the Iguana.

[@TheBiggestMoronYouKnow]

Their faces give me dog energy, the cute little pink tongues and their faces look so genuine 🥰

[@plaidpenguin1820]

“These geckos are from the desert” they are from a desert type area. But do not put sand as their ground material in the cage when you decorate it. The sand can get in their food dish and that is bad cause when they eat the sand it can scratch and clog the intestines causing constipation and other problems which will eventually lead to death if untreated. Instead of a desert themed in closure make a jungle themed using slanted bark for them to climb on and soil or something I forgot the name of as a ground material.

[@tonycarpaccio9550]

He covers this in the video.

[@plaidpenguin1820]

Dave England yes I know. I wrote this halfway through the video and forgot to edit it.

[@wilsonryland8643]

Eco earth

[@rneustel388]

I guess it would be hard to give a gecko an enema 🙄

[@themarinefan]

I found that out the hard way. I didn't even obtain my lizard by choice. My granddad had a friend and that friend dropped him off and left. He was 2, but lived to 11 years old. He went blind unexpectedly at age 8 and we cared for him by hand until then. I was a kid when I first got him and when he died it broke my heart as much as losing my granddad.

[@rhymermedia1616]

This guy just sounds so comfortable. I don't know what that means but its how I feel.

[@ellaminowpea9898]

you’re so upbeat and positive. watched this because I want a gecko and now i’m a new subscriber

[@MrsVrba]

Hey Clint - would you consider updating this video with the current best practices for care? Under tank heaters aren’t really recommended anymore; it’s been shown that overhead heat (a par38 halogen on a dimmer) is far more beneficial. Colored lights actually harm their eyes! You’re so very respected for making these videos, and having an updated version of this popular pet lizard would be… just stinkin’ rad!

[@ericlopez3585]

Are you seriously trying to tell a biologist university instructor who’s passion is reptiles what is recommended ? People like Clint breeders etc have kept these thriving for YEARS so to say something diff is just trying to be different/giving 🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓

[@MrsVrba]

@@ericlopez3585 I respect your feelings, and understand what you’re saying. Please understand that I respect and admire Clint… it’s just that this video was made a number of years ago and some things have changed, carewise. Watch any of the more respected herp videos on Leopard Geckos, like Wickens Wicked Reptiles or others (who also like and admire Clint), and you’ll see what I mean. Clint is AMAZING. I use his videos in my classes and recommend him in the book I just wrote on pet leopard geckos. But if we kept doing things “like we’ve always done it,” we’d have leopard geckos in 10 gallon tanks and fed nothing but mealworms, or bearded dragons stuck in 40 BR tanks, and no forward movement. Part of being an educator is always learning… as a teacher myself, I swear by this. I meant no disrespect to Clint… I just wanted to see if he’d update his information. That’s all. 😊

[@therealbigjerm444]

@@ericlopez3585this video was made 6 years ago, when the professionals didnt have access to new information such as benefits of uvb/halogen bulbs. no one is coming for clint

[@ILuvAyeAye]

​@@ericlopez3585 Dismissing new evidence out of hand because a biologist said something different six years ago is antithetical to what a biologist would do. Part of being a biologist, or any scientist, is being open to new evidence. Best practices change when new evidence is discovered. I do not know about the new evidence in this case, it's possible Clint would not find it convincing, but I do know he would never say "I said something different six years ago, what I said then must be true."

[@ILuvAyeAye]

​@@MrsVrba Thank you so much for sharing the information you did, I found your original comment both helpful and respectful. I understand if Clint does not see it (I'm sure he's busy!) but if I was looking to care for this animal, I would absolutely read the comments, and this would be invaluable, because it would let me know I should do some more research on the subject.

[@wahoowahoo5838]

You are the first youtube who responds to comments and cares

[@jncrlsyb8140]

Killer Bean Army what the fuck is that icon and why am i seeing it everywhere

[@0subscriberswithnovideosho388]

jncrlsyb it’s called a profile Buddy and it’s from Maximilianmus

[@jncrlsyb8140]

0 subscribers with no videos Hot pocket thank you 😌

[@unpaidworker8639]

Hey bro

[@DraconisMarchVII]

That's just objectively false dude. KZbin has been around since 2006.

[@dundun8323]

I literally bought a leo that had half of his 3 front left toes missing (his side ones were intact on the same left foot so he can still grip things and he has nails on those 2 outer ones.. but the 3 middle ones, literally look like they were cut in half, but they don't look sore at all. They are perfectly healed at this point just not as long and no nails of course compared to his other feet). I specifically bought him for this reason as the store had no idea how to care for him and he was just too precious and friendly to let him live that kind of life. I upgraded him to a mansion and now he's a boss with it lol!

[@UndeadPorcupine]

I wanted to thank you for this video and others you've done talking about the Leopard Gecko. As of today, I am the proud owner of an adorable little Mack Snow Albino leopard gecko. Your videos made learning about what they need and how to care for them a much more approachable subject than they would have been otherwise. Now I not only have myself a great new friend, but have also started going down the rabbit hole of newfound reptile fanaticism.

[@ClintsReptiles]

That makes me so happy! You're going to love this rabbit hole :)

[@nicholaslienandjaja1815]

Glad to hear that! Enjoy your very own Mondo Gecko (anyone who is a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan should know who is Mondo Gecko)!

[@FilmDragons]

Nicholas Lienandjaja who is mondo gecko

[@nicholaslienandjaja1815]

@@FilmDragons A character from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. In the 2012 version, he is a mutant leopard gecko who used to be human.

[@FilmDragons]

Nicholas Lienandjaja oh ok

[@Beccavantizle]

My gecko was so chill...I had no idea they could bite! Also, I didn't know they could lose their tails! Thanks for the vid!

[@ClintsReptiles]

You're very welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful :)

[@SoTypicallyMeh]

9:37 Years ago, when I was deciding on what first reptile to buy, this is exactly why I didn't choose a leopard gecko. The fact that you can see through their head freaks me out. So I ended up with a cornsnake.

[@Yksisuuntainen]

Every time he makes the *pop* sound for the tails coming off, I become very uncomfortable lol

[@sdmpodcast554]

I got my leopard gecko a few months ago and I wanted one for years and she’s a lot of fun

[@willd639]

Still one of my favorite episodes... We’ve had my son’s leopard gecko for years and his a great pet. He will not touch a super or mealworm though... crazy 😂

[@alissaschwipps1060]

Milan here from Indiana. I don't have a leopard gecko but I want to have one in the future. Thanks to you I know a lot more about leopard geckos. I love you KZbin channel and this video is awesome!

[@heartstudio9130]

4:10 awww! he's smile is so cute!!

[@stingyringy4039]

Can you do a setup for a leopard gecko tank

[@ClintsReptiles]

We sure will! That's a great suggestion.

[@stingyringy4039]

Clint's Reptiles thanks I really appreciate it

[@planetfauna4613]

Clint's Reptiles i thought you could only take them out at night since they’re nocturnal? Will it stress them out to take them out any other time of the day? Please answer I’m thinking about getting this reptile and do you need to have more than one?

[@muddw3871]

Well, they aren't strictly nocturnal actually. They're crepuscular, meaning that they are awake at dawn and dusk. However, they shouldn't be handled in the middle of the day. They should be sleeping then.

[@muddw3871]

Also, don't house them together. Some people say that you can house females together, but I don't reccomend it. Even with females, there's that risk of one fighting the other, stealing the other's food, or straight up killing eachother. You don't want to take that risk.

[@Futurebound_jpg]

They’re just so chill I can’t believe how relaxed they are?

[@Katiethewizard]

i just got a leopard gecko 2 months ago and he's still fairly small but i love him so much!! He has such a huge personality and has learned to pop out of his lil warm hide when he hears my voice near his enclosure. This is definitely one of the videos that convinced me to get one, so thank you clint!!

[@luisachen6389]

I'd give my little girl a 5/5! She's still a bit shy but I'm patient with handling her and I have feeder insects at home for my tarantulas either way! I love her so much

[@SIG442]

When I had gecko's I handled them every single day to ensure they would realize that i'm no threat to them. Eventually I let them crawl on me and they would sit either in my neck or under my shirt where it's warm. I personally only had once 2 eggs, but nothing came of that unfortunately. Never fed them roaches, just the worms, crickets and sometimes wild coughed insects. I did notice that my male Gecko was really curious of my camera. Every time I opened their enclosure and had my camera with me he would directly come towards me and let himself be photographed. Sometimes even crawling on top of my camera on his own power. The females that I had were less fond of the camera, they would allow it but quickly disappear in one of the hiding spots.

[@HaloteX]

Thanks to you, few months ago i got my own leo and now i see why you are soo excited about them! The info you give about them helped me to decide if they are best fit for me and to make decent habitat for my leo to make it happy. im just amazed how your geckos manage to stay in one spot for so long! mine just always running around ( each day we walk around 80m or more).

[@UnravelingDaily]

He’s so sweet! I love how passionate he is, and he’s so good with the animals

[@koovshiki]

"The biggest risk with these guys is getting squished" Why is that so adorable to me

[@JasonACadder]

Thank you for putting out correct care info, especially in regards to sand and cohabitation. So many others I've seen put out bad advice.

[@emmas3505]

i remember watching your videos right before i got my first leopard gecko a few years back. they're older now, and i have three of them and a few other reptiles but i always end up coming back to your page because i just love watching your videos. i watched it to refresh my knowledge on crested geckos before i picked mine up tomorrow, but i find myself watching videos of yours on videos i never plan on owning just because they're so much fun. just finished making myself an egg to eat and listening to you talk in the background is always fun. keep making videos!

[@kaiyas9464]

Thanks to you I’m getting my gecko tomorrow!! I did a YEAR of research to lead up to this and this particular video is what got me started! I can’t thank you enough!

[@nito2032]

I love it how you're so formal thanks for the information being trying to persuade my parents are getting me a reptile you're basically my information and my negotiation tool thanks( sorry for bad English)

[@dr.karasuoverhaul6963]

My leopard gecko lived to the ripe old age of 15 years old! I miss him so much. I'm really considering getting another one. R.I.P. Karl! Edit: I've decided. I'll be getting Karl Jr. soon!

[@journi2508]

Karl Jr. heh. Get a pair of them, name the other Hardee.

[@pedrocrane4714]

How did he die?

[@mapsandviolins1]

These little guys are wonderful starter reptiles. So chill when handling and easy to care for, plus they are beautiful!

[@ld6030]

I love how enthusiastic you are about all of these beautiful creatures 💙

[@speckledjim_]

Leopard gecko's are excellent little climbers, not so good at getting back down though :)

[@brennan9475]

My first reptile in my adult life was a leo! I also have a Crestie now! My boy is pretty chill, and they're amazing beginner babies, they're very sweet, my boy's lil nails poke me a bit but they don't hurt, not even close. It tickles more than anything

[@hellothisisron6158]

The little smile they have is soo adorable!

[@mikeyfava]

Wow! This is so helpful, even more excited to start my leopard gecko journey, continue to do what you do!

[@drewsifer817]

I’d love to see a video on blue-tongued skinks sometime

[@addianon130]

drewsifer817 I've commented something similar on a previous video of his and he said that one was in the making. So there will probably be one soon. :)

[@ClintsReptiles]

Don't worry, we won't forget about them :)

[@ClintsReptiles]

Have you seen it yet? kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYqQZntnbZuSZ8U

[@GODOFMMA]

@@ClintsReptiles i love that you take peoples comments on board- it great how much you care about your subs!

[@nicholaslienandjaja1815]

Blue-tongued lizards are also perfect beginner lizards.

[@FactStorm]

This guy is so passionate, no wonder you're a biologist! More power to you man! I love these reptile series - they are so informative!

[@laurenalmeyda6916]

I love your enthusiasm for these little creatures!

[@corrinthesadgay6511]

Thank you very much for this video. I've been considering these guys for a while! Very cute and beautiful geckos.

[@ianzhao5693]

If you decided to get one, please think about rescuing one. They are one of the most abandoned reptiles. Anyone could get one from the pet store, but very very few of the actually found their permanent homes.

[@Christywoowoo]

Wonderful video as always! One thing I really don't agree with however is the daily misting. That's definitely a way to give your leo a respiratory infection. Instead use a water dish. They drink readily out of dishes, they're just a bit secretive about it lol. and make sure you have a hide stuffed with wet paper towels or moss, that takes care of the shedding. Also the under tank heater is pretty much a must. bulbs tend to bother them and they need belly heat to properly digest food ^^

[@ClintsReptiles]

Agreed, daily spraying would not be ideal if your gecko enclosure lacks proper ventilation. You should only mist so that there are drops they can drink, but not so much that it doesn't dry completely within an hour or so. I too prefer heat mats. That is what I recommended in the video. But a red bulb can work.

[@billykennedy2249]

Thanks for all the great informative fun videos. Your enthusiasm is infectious and your knowledge and ability to convey said knowledge is a lesson to any aspiring science educator.

[@cianfifty5514]

I got a leopard gecko because of this video and I love him so much Thank you Clint

[@sarahwilliams2191]

Getting my leopard gecko was one of the best things I've ever done. I got mine last year in the summer and I plan to get another(not to cohab or breed) this upcoming summer. Tbh I'd love to have more than that haha. Best beginner reptile out there imo.

[@Megad00mer]

Looking forward to your Corn Snake video. Keep up the great work!

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much! We're pretty excited about that one also. They are amazing pet reptiles.

[@amandapoolwilson]

I love my two pet leopard geckos Clint thank for making me realize my perfect pet🎉❤❤❤

[@CodyB_Fitness]

I love how excited and happy he is to make these videos or at least that's how he looks

[@ellie25021]

haha was not expecting him to be closing his eyes like that so cute 😂😍 just chillin hehe 2:10

[@Marie-cq7eq]

Hey Clint! I love this video. With all the changes in reptile husbandry in the past few years, would you consider updating it? UV would be a good talking point, as well as more naturalized enclosures.

[@deliamessing]

haha I always get so excited during these videos cuz he's so happy and psyched! Thank you!

[@themrsaint18]

I am hopefully getting a leopard gecko soon as I saw your video on and fell in love with them!!!!!

[@pulsedagod3986]

Right after you said they're adorable, the gecko stuck his tongue out and I almost died of cuteness! I'm very new to reptiles, and hoping to keep these as my first pet. Any tips on convincing my parents that I will be able to take care of these on my own? They're against pets as they don't want to be the ones taking care of them all the time when I go to school, which is understandable. Will these geckos be fine without insect feeders? I think that's a big no-no for my parents too. Other than that, thanks for the great informative videos!

[@ClintsReptiles]

Check out our other videos, we just released a video on this topic last week. Let me know if it helps!

[@cielrobinson]

anyone reading this thinking about getting a gecko: if you don't want to watch your gecko potentially die a slow and painful death, make sure you have an exotic vet near you, and don't get a gecko if youre not willing/able to pay the fee for a vet appointment there in an emergency. i've seen so many geckos die because people don't get their pet medical help because they can't afford it or because they wanted to treat it at home themselves. if you're a kid, don't expect mom or dad to be willing/able to pay or drive you 2 hours to an exotic vet. if you're a parent and can't afford the vet or travel, you might want to wait to get a gecko until that's doable because it'll break your kids heart if their little friend dies.

[@poppyparanormal2189]

If you’re a child and you have a pet you probably expect your parents to pay for anything that pet needs. In my opinion the financial responsibility is on the parents more than it’s on the child. Children have no option in financial decisions but they should take care of their animal and bring anything they are concerned about to their parents attention and the parents should be checking every other day on the health of the pets. Definitely agree with your other great points. 👍🏼

[@dadnthdark]

@@poppyparanormal2189 yeah... I just got a crested gecko a few days ago. My parents bought the tank and gecko together but I had to buy my own hygrometer (didnt find a thermometer in any local pet stores), insects, a climbing branch (the tank came with 2 leaf branches but eh) and ya. I barely get any money, and I know my parents are not willing to pay if my animal gets sick ... and i am struggling to save up money incase something does happen. I have no allowance whatsoever soooo. I'm 14, I got her 4 days ago and shes doing fine so far, shes really tame and I know how to take good care of her and do my research ^-^

[@dadnthdark]

@@poppyparanormal2189 I have like no more money. Spent it on my poor bby crested gecko. I'll do anything for her... I hope my parents can pay if any vet visits are needed. But I hope that wont be needed since I am trying my best with painting her health. I also bought her vitamins with my pocket money

[@dadnthdark]

*maintaining. So you can imagine how hard it is for a child to own a pet that requires a lot of care with parents who arent willing to maybe help. I dont need help, just hope my parents would understand that a geckos livfe matters too...

[@poppyparanormal2189]

Karma_ Unleashed Definitely and it’s very unfortunate your parents will not help you invest in the animals health. You’re doing a wonderful job and I wouldn’t worry about illness since your gecko will be well taken care of. Maybe you could start asking for pet money as a birthday present or gecko items you may need as presents for Christmas.

[@xakariii]

I really like your enthusiasm

[@therealRuvalk]

Hello Clint, i just wanted to thank you for the super video and it made me decide to adopt my first one. Keep up the good work :D

[@diducth4t221]

I've been trying to decide what I want. I think a beardie is going to be what I go with. Your channel made it convenient to do research.

[@mazharahmed6270]

You need this

[@sarahwilliams2191]

Just got my first leopard gecko and I already love him so much! I cant wait for him to warm up to me more and get used to handling more. Love your videos!

[@jayrough1413]

Thank you for your reply, my family and i look forward to your videos

[@maxkalz]

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[@nightinggale6470]

That kit is terrible for leopard geckos and a waste of money.

[@WolfFang884]

I actually didn't know that misting thing for leopard geckos when I got mine. Just goes to show that your research doesn't end just because you got the animal.

[@pandabazzinga3133]

I heard you aren’t supposed to mist them because it can cause the humidity to rise in the tank and that can cause respiratory issues? 🤷🏻‍♀️. A lot of info is out there.

[@dragonlady3852]

I've had mine five years now and never misted once and I'm not starting now. I live in Florida and keeping his humidity levels low is challenging enough without constantly spraying down his enclosure. Luckily he was bred by a local breeder here in Florida so he's used to the higher humidity levels. He's a good boy who drinks from his water bowl.

[@mazharahmed6270]

You need this

[@azush1055]

That's a very high score I love certain Leo morphs. They are so cute I want one so bad!!!🦎🦎

[@ClintsReptiles]

It would be hard to find a better first pet lizard.

[@azush1055]

Clint's Reptiles that is very true

[@water1632]

two leopard geckos: being held that one leopard gecko: just exist

[@mimodolls]

Love watching these videos the information is presented so clearly.

[@alexs6671]

I’m concidering getting a Leopard gecko so Ive been researching as much as i can and this was super helpfull :))

[@mazharahmed6270]

You need this

[@PrimalKevYT]

a humid hide would be better tbh

[@alexm9065]

Who tf r u

[@pararanthecaveman]

@@alexm9065 lol 10/10

[@CallMeStaff171]

I would like to thank you Clint for helping me get my Leopard Gecko, I had lots of fun with him but sadly he passed a couple weeks back. Hopefully one of your other handy, well put together videos can make me decide on another stinking rad lizard! Keep doing what your doing!

[@memoriesfade3968]

I’ve got one of these little beans. These are so worth keeping.

[@forrestgump8717]

I've been researching on Leopard geckos and some people just say "Oh they just need mealworms or superworms with calci dust or reptivite but I was going to ask you and your opinion on it. Because a lot of people have different opinions on it and say they need to have superworms,(or mealworms) along with crickets and dubia roches people also say they just need dubias and mealworms or superworms. So I'm just asking your opinion on and about it.

[@ClintsReptiles]

I would say that you would be best served to offer a varied diet. Beetle larvae (like meal worms and super worms) can be a good staple, but adding in other feeders will likely supply nutrients that may be lacking from a worm-only diet.

[@forrestgump8717]

Thank you for the reply! I love your channel keep the good work up!

[@rottweilerfun9520]

@@ClintsReptiles , are the roaches a must ? I can't deal with roaches , they give me the willies so bad. Roaches are the only animals that I am scared of and freaked out by.

[@mysteriouslizard416]

I would say crickets Dubia roaches and super worms

[@somethinginthepines]

@@rottweilerfun9520 This is late but roaches are not necessary, however dubia roaches are the healthiest widely available bug you can feed to a gecko, crickets come in second. Dubias would be a good treat once in a while if you can handle it, otherwise just make sure to give your gecko supplements and variety every once in a while. My gecko is very picky and only eats live dubias and crickets (I hate crickets), even though she was fed mealworms when she was in the breeders care. I'm going to see if she can handle some worms again because I have someone with birds I can give them to.

[@banknotes3418]

Mine god damn jumped off my hand and went behind my set of draws yesterday. My Mum found him by removing the bottom draw.

[@dominicblount6700]

This dudes smile is so contagious, love this guy already

[@mazharahmed6270]

You need this

[@anklegrinder2057]

After watching this video I have always wanted one of those leopard gecko’s. You have inspired me to get one thank you so much and keep up the good work

[@themightybrook7754]

There a reptile convention near me and a specific beeder the has a color line of leopard geko up wards of $80-$300 fancy designer colored lizards

[@ClintsReptiles]

There are some amazing ones if you go to the right breeders!

[@RulerLizIII]

The Mighty Brook May I point out that if something is labelled as a “facet gecko” it just means they have no clue what morph it actually is and has no data in their genetic background

[@tjadeokkerse9150]

@@ClintsReptiles can you also just get 1 leopard gecko instead of like 2 or 3?

[@moe7411]

I got one yesterday.

[@russetburbanks275]

I love your videos! I'm glad I found your channel.

[@StarsXXXXXX]

I have two leopard geckos, but your videos are so entertaining I just had to watch! As a leopard gecko owner, I tend to get heated over gecko care (way too much misinformation), but there wasn't anything in here that was wrong! I love how you included the sand and calcium bits, those are huge mistakes people tend to make. I am so so looking forward to the next video!!

[@ClintsReptiles]

This was fantastic feedback that really made my day! We try to give solid information and shy away from teaching things that are hotly contested. We don't want to be a source of bad information (there is already plenty of that). We don't know everything, so if we ever share something that you have evidence to refute, please let us know so we can fix it.

[@dragongamerboi13]

They r like little puppy dragons and I must have one!!!!

[@Welp__]

SO GREAT!!! if i haven't said it before, i will say it a thousand times now. I LOVE UR VIDS btw i am torn between a bearded dragon and a leapord geako(i have bad spelling)

[@ClintsReptiles]

A thousand times, thank you! I hope these videos help with that decision :)

[@ArtaherDuron]

Thaddeus Flare Tigerheart So that comment was 10 months ago - What did you get a Leo or Dragon?

[@plutoadsaturnspeil4186]

Thaddeus Flare Tigerheart leopard gecko all the way❤️❤️

[@SpiritofPoison]

Go straight for ackie monitors! They’re the greatest little guys a man can have!

[@whisperingwooper1763]

I have had a Leo for five years! She is such a cutie! They are super hardy and very easy to care for just have to buy crickets weekly. They are amazing and adorable!

[@caseyspark2019]

I'm getting mine tomorrow I'm so excited!

[@wellmadebread7878]

Really well made and informational, overall 4.4

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much!

[@wellmadebread7878]

Clint's Reptiles are you going to make a reptile room?

[@efris6599]

I don't think u need me to tell you that your vids are awesome!

[@ClintsReptiles]

Well it doesn't hurt a thing! Thank you so much :)

[@sarahwhitehead3691]

Thank you so much for helping how to take care of my leopard gecko.

[@eweeb4937]

Thank you clint. Planning on getting my first reptile, hopefully when i get past the beginner stage i can do reptile keeping/breeding as a hobby

[@msdmiller91]

I want to know which gecko says “gecko”. I was in Indonesia a few months ago and I loved the night sounds including the gecko. I never saw one but was told it was tokay. I think it sounds like “gecko” not “tokay” so I wonder what it was we heard. There were all kinds of geckos everywhere! ❤️ I crept around in the dark but they were well hidden.

[@coreycake4602]

great video with lots of info and advise. i got my daughter one for her 6th birthday last december. that said, i have been watching a lot of content on them, and this is the first time i heard someone mention you should spray them with mist.

[@Reptiles4Life0409]

Oh your poor baby😢 please do more research next time❤

[@coreycake4602]

@@Reptiles4Life0409 he is fine. they dont need to be sprayed or treated like children.

[@Reptiles4Life0409]

@@coreycake4602 yes they need to be sprayed to maintain proper humidity to help with shedding and staying hydrated ☺️

[@coreycake4602]

@@Reptiles4Life0409 he as already shed 4 times since dec 15 and gets in the large water bowl to splash around almost every day

[@Reptiles4Life0409]

@@coreycake4602 you need to post that! It must be so cute!🥰

[@timdrakethedemocraticsocia4601]

I love my leopard gecko, my blue tegu and my red tegu with all of my heart this video inspired me this year to get those three reptiles! I love you Clint Laidlaw.

[@conamus8757]

The best video on lepard geckos I’ve seen on KZbin, made me 100% sure about wanting to get one

[@mazharahmed6270]

You need this

[@slinkcrest1020]

Great video! ;) Please could you make one on the crested gecko? Thx

[@ClintsReptiles]

Alright, I will! Here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gai6q4SDoKqghpY

[@slinkcrest1020]

Clint's Reptiles Thanks soooooooooooo much

[@Zuxeh]

lol

[@efris6599]

Darth Vader he already has one

[@commiecandidate910]

Ummmmm, Darth Vader he has made one

[@decemberchillz6554]

I just got my first leopard gecko today and he’s just chilling in his cave. I hope he eats something.

[@p0isonvoid]

asking for an update: how’s your gecko now, 5 months later? i plan to get a gecko very very soon- like, next week soon. would love to know how your’s has been doing ☺️

[@martinorozco6759]

Month 2 of asking for an update

[@dudeross9120]

I was not prepared for your gecko sounds. So happy I stayed until the end.

[@DavidGridley]

I really enjoy your videos and your unique presentation.