Sarasinorum Gecko, The Best Pet Lizard?

Crested geckos, gargoyle geckos and other New Caledonian geckos are amazing pets. They are easy to house, easy to care for, and easy to handle. But there is one New Caledonian gecko, the Sara (Correlophus sarasinorum) or New Caledonian slender prehensile-tailed gecko seems to be the one that flies the most under the radar. I see more leachies and chewies than saras. Why is this? Are they as good of pets as their other New Caledonian cousins? Is the sara the best pet lizard for you?
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[@desireehead4176]

This channel deserves so much more attention and subs. Informative in an attention grabbing way. I watched one video that was recommended on my homepage and have binge watched since. Clint gives pros and cons from all sides for owning any reptile as well as information that may not pertain to owning the reptile but just information that is just as pertinent in describing that particular animal and I appreciate the thorough research, knowledge and the will to pass it on to those of us eager to learn! I look forward to what’s to come!

[@bullfrogjay4383]

I love the amount of info he gives in a very entertaining and interesting way. I get hooked so fast lol

[@desireehead4176]

Bullfrog Jay I know right lol. Once a new video comes out I end up binge watching all night!

[@garythompson2202]

I give your videos a 5 out of 5. I think all your videos are great. Even the animals you give a really low score you still respect the animal for what it is. I admire what you do and I think your a great asset to the hobby. Keep doing what you do.

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much! That really means a lot to me.

[@nikolakolenovic4589]

I feel the same

[@catiusfoodus]

Same, you seem to love every animal you come across. Even the grumpy ones.. literally the Mr Rogers of reptiles

[@teresatanasi5143]

Gary Thompson I totally agree. I am a huge animal lover of almost 6 decades! Yep THAT old;) I raise rare poultry and have adored an enormous variety of animals, rare and common in my life. I think the key to truly loving animals is accepting who they are. Kind of like people:) Let’s face it, trying to change a person will be lousy for you and trying to change animals is SOO bad. We see people trying to do that with dog breeds many times, don’t we:) Well thought out comment on your part! Love Clint’s fans

[@mairstunna8046]

Clint you have to post that vid of you twerking to city girls 😂 it’s going viral you got mad skills 👏

[@ashleyedwards8002]

Clint: "chewies," My mind for some reason: *aUgGGGghhHGHgHGhGhGHgHGhgHgHghGhaaaaAAAAAAAAAuGh*

[@katelillo1932]

Ashley Edwards if I got a chewie, I’d name him Han just to be cheeky 😌

[@ClintsReptiles]

You might want to get that checked out.

[@ashleyedwards8002]

@@ClintsReptiles haha

[@dorkster3577]

are you having a stroke?

[@ashleyedwards8002]

@@dorkster3577 its chewbacca...

[@michaelmaglio2357]

A little under a year ago I got myself a Western Hognose snake (after watching many of your videos deciding what I wanted to be my first reptile). It has been such a great experience. Happy to say that little Will (Wilbur) just broke a pretty stressful hunger strike. Anyway, just saying thank you for introducing me to this hobby.

[@ClintsReptiles]

You're welcome! Great choice. Sorry about the stress.

[@NewEnglandReptile]

Gonna be seeing you soon buddy!!!!! Yay!!!!

[@brandonbaker5446]

Ok

[@blackberryp2202]

Ok

[@RW-Atl]

Ok

[@smiwytube]

Ok

[@leopardgeckosaresweet4080]

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[@jacksong.alford116]

I really appreciated the Sara on the nose pun. Took me a minute to put two and two together.

[@voltix9594]

Suggestions Scorpion tailed gecko Satanic leaf tailed gecko Cape monitor Quince monitor Southern and northern alligator lizard Gold tegu Crocodile tegu Butterfly agama Toadhead agama Five lined skink Broadhead skink

[@ClintsReptiles]

All great suggestions! I'd never heard of a crocodile tegu before. Now I'm excited! Thank you!

[@aralynrivers7162]

Voltix scorpion tailed gecko for sure!

[@grettelguerra7511]

I just googled crocodile tegu and wowee!

[@Blacksmith__]

I keep alligator lizards and I have to throw my weight behind them here!

[@Alexis-im4xu]

Thank you for helping me discover a satanic leaf tailed gecko. In terms of looks id have to theyre up there as one of the best.

[@esser8010]

There were Saras at Tinley! :) I purchased one from Leapin’ Leachies for $100.

[@ryanmontoya4328]

I just picked up my first Sara a couple weeks ago. I had never seen one before, and I instantly fell in love with it. I find mine to be a lot more friendlier than the rest of my creaties. I'm hoping for some hybrid babies.

[@dilboo]

Please don't. Hybridizing is so unethical and bad for the future of both species.

[@starslayer18]

I've been thinking about getting a gecko and the new Caledonia ones have my attention, still going to do more research and planning before getting one. I want to be able to give the little thing a good life and not just a okay life

[@ClintsReptiles]

This playlist is for you: kzbin.info/aero/PLgtE7_5uJ2p4iBKh_N-mAcvAo598V4rIX

[@travelvlog1018]

Great lizards crested geckos/ gargoyle geckos have both kinda wanna get one of these next

[@starslayer18]

@@ClintsReptiles thank you for the playlist

[@rowanheart8122]

Clint looks adorable with and without a beard

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you. I might shave it soon. Time for a change :)

[@JessieJoystick]

Adorable, maybe, but is he the right pet biologist for you? To figure that out we have broken the Clintius Beardochangeis into our five categories.....

[@ashleyedwards8002]

@@JessieJoystick 1: adorableness 2: affection 3: humbleness 4: reptilian-ness 5: clint-ness

[@leejones7844]

@@ashleyedwards8002 i think he gets a 5 out of 5 :)

[@josiahmedin2216]

Saras are just so adorable. Look at that little face :)

[@Fr0gl3t]

I have some very old reptile books that have a lot of info on Sara’s as pets but little on cresteds as back then they were new to the hobby. It’s crazy how back then, Sara’s were the cresties! For a while they were extremely rare and hard to find in the hobby because everyone shifted focus to the easier and more exciting crested gecko. So happy to see them making a come back ☺️

[@pvtpain66k]

Summary: If you want a Crested Gecko that's not a Crested Gecko & can regrow it's tail. lol

[@bigsam8597]

"🎶They see me rollin'. We filmin'🎵" -Clint, 2020

[@subkingextinction6965]

To be honest, crested geckos are nice looking but there's something about their tails that i don't like, it's a personal preference but this crested looking gecko could be a nice addition! i'll be looking up to them affter the quarantine, Thank you Clint! You always surprise me with new species each time i get into your channel!

[@wyvernofwinter5886]

Clint's getting some serious scruff! Digging the beard, dude. :)

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you!

[@kenjiro2676]

You kind of look like Hiccup with your beard lmao

[@BLKthunda1220]

I love geckos. Its currently cold here in South Florida, a little gecko is in my house living on and around my internet router for the warmth of the fan. It's so adorable and cool to me. It's a small species, but the fact it found sanctuary near me is cool, I'll leave him be til it warms up outside.

[@eggo760]

Okay but why isn’t anybody talking about the “big news” that was shared!? I want to know!

[@Currentttttt.]

…

[@eloiseharrison8574]

I'm assuming it was a new human baby announcement

[@wacesferpit]

All geckos are such cuties

[@ClintsReptiles]

Agreed, though Michelle really didn't like the knob-tails. What did you think of them??

[@wacesferpit]

@@ClintsReptiles They look like an 'anime' version of a gecko, cute

[@ItsAstroBoii]

Thats a pretty cool lizard that i havent heard of, hmmm :)

[@ClintsReptiles]

We're doing our job :)

[@ItsAstroBoii]

@@ClintsReptiles thats you are

[@taiyanox6778]

I just looked into that genus a few weeks ago and thought about how there wasn't much to find about Sara's. Now you do a video about them, which I think is awesome. I really love seeing you talk about the reptiles and inform people about the many aspects of them. In fact, you are kind of the reason why I ended up choosing a Crestie over a day gecko. He moved in with me yesterday and I couldn't be happier

[@sandyelliott3350]

Thank you. You are the only person on You Tube that enunciates properly. So tired of hearing impor-ant, etc. Your videos are always great on knowledge.

[@AutomatedLady]

As a Kansas City native... I approve of your name for her.

[@ClintsReptiles]

Go Chiefs!

[@idunoh1902]

Jeannie Ford Me too!

[@sherwoodsmallpets]

These guys are fantastic!! My friend has one and he is just lovely!! So glad they're getting highlighted on here - rad job as always!

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much! They are exciting little geckos (actually fairly large geckos...)

[@Kaizykat]

You remind me of some of my very favorite teachers and professors I've had. Very passionate and a little out there sometimes and absolutely wonderful to listen to.

[@kodavulpedrius6712]

Underground reptiles produced a hybrid with these and cresties. Extremely expensive. And Clint, was that a Land before time reference?

[@ClintsReptiles]

I figured it was possible. "Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should."

[@kodavulpedrius6712]

@@newtscamander7713 i understand the hybrids are expensive.

[@kodavulpedrius6712]

They called them ember geckos.

[@DeanRockwell21]

This man reminds me of Pleakley from Lilo & Stitch and it’s simply amazing.

[@chasepayne3401]

Awesome video, Chief is just a gorgeous gecko, and a species that I’ve never heard of, or if I had I forgot. Keep up the amazing work, you should be the official ambassador for reptile keepers, but it would be great if you could do some more amphibian videos. I don’t have any particular ones in mind, they’re just fab animals that I’d like to know more about.

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much! You're so kind. I do have many more amphibian videos coming :)

[@angrydoggi]

Watching your videos on geckos gives me really powerful happy stims

[@michaelmaglio2357]

A great way to end a workday.

[@mantisproductions31]

my gf and i have collectively 2 cresties and 3 gargoyles and neither of us have heard of a sara gecko before.... i want one now thanks a lot clint!

[@allenjones1947]

Can we get an episode on flying geckos?

[@ClintsReptiles]

Yes, I like this idea as well!

[@dnero7484]

Yess sounds like a great idea

[@dnero7484]

Ive been researching them cause i want to get one of those little guys and a clint video will just be awesome !

[@skeletonizer9529]

I love geckos so much, I'm so glad to see gecko content recently

[@staceyroberts3468]

Another beauty from New Caledonia... I haven’t heard of this gecko before. Each time I discover a new favorite lizard, that’s always where they originated. Ha. I’d love to go see them all in the wild!

[@miyukiwynter885]

These ones I did know about because I saw some at my local expo last year so I looked them up!

[@lynchpintm8928]

Great video as always Clint. Keep up the good work, also, I'm digging the beard. 👍

[@ashnohomo]

Sarasinorum geckos are like crested geckos with leopard geckos eyes! Btw I LOVE THIS CHANNEL!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@aurorasurrealis1032]

They may be my favorite new caledonian gecko. I have been interested int them for some time. But I'm just not a lizard person. I just love frogs and snakes so much. Especially large constricting snakes and leaf and tree frogs.

[@LinkaBellGAME]

When hearing "Well Hi There!" Makes me feel so welcomed to watch your videos! Love it your work!

[@mattm7798]

Had one of these guys for a few years. Can jump, but being more heavy bodied that cresties, don't take the same type suicide leaps. Tolerate handling as well as a gecko would. All around a great pet gecko.

[@liamnissanS2K]

Clint, the beards a good look on you. I'd like to see you go full mountain man and review the Hairy Frog (Trichobatrachus robustus) Fun fact: When cornered, will go as far as breaking its own bones to unleash a hidden ace up its sleeve. Puncturing right through its toes are sharp claws which the frogs use as a last line of defense.

[@cerberusloki.9226]

I got recommended one of your videos a few months ago and i swear i think you might be the reason i pull the trigger on getting a gecko, not the Sara's in particular but maybe a Gargoyle or Crested gecko, maybe even a bearded dragon if i'm up for it

[@punkdefied8983]

Just letting anyone looking for Saras right now they are MUCH more common there’s probably about 10-20 available on Morphmarket at all times

[@edouarddore9900]

Im looking on Morphmarket and i dont see any is there an other name i need to check?

[@pierson974]

Those eyes are stunning. Love geckos

[@ijustdontcareanymore1022]

Those eyes are beautiful!😍

[@ClintsReptiles]

I love the eyes of New Caledonian geckos!

[@brainclash7591]

You’re talking about Clints eyes right?

[@chrisaziz1259]

I just picked up a Sarasinorum this weekend at the Toronto Reptile Expo from Northern Gecko. They price in USD and ship if you are still looking. Your videos have been so helpful for me and my family. Please keep up the great work!!

[@luv2eatpuss79]

Clint....just when I thought you couldn't get any cooler, you out did yourself and announced you are a Chiefs fan. I too am a huge KC Chiefs fan. Glad to have you part of the kingdom

[@OrnataArachnids]

Such an underrated animal!

[@Silly._.Horses]

Amazing

[@ClintsReptiles]

Aren't they special??

[@Silly._.Horses]

I think there amazing

[@justinhites6229]

Super cool Clint 👍 something new could you do on on the white line or skeleton gecko that'd be awesome I believe that there closer related to the Tokay

[@ClintsReptiles]

Great suggestion!

[@shawnduket5417]

I saw some at Tinley this month. Didn't buy one because that was the first I've seen, but now that I know, they're on my list. Thank you for this video and all the videos you put out!

[@LukeMcGuireoides]

Clint is my favorite reptile enthusiast :)

[@VariousLizards]

I recently got one of these as a hatchling and they. are. awesome!!! I absolutely love this species, I already want more 😆 very similar to owning a crested, basically the same care, though I have heard they can handle slightly warmer temps I still just keep mine at room temperature

[@VariousLizards]

Update some months later! I forgot I commented here originally. My sara is growing up to be such a beautiful gal! I am uploading videos of her on my youtube channel because there still is not very much content on them here. I don't care about views or subscribers, I just want to provide more footage of them for people to see on youtube :) I eventually would like to get another sara to breed in a couple years

[@kitsune0rei]

I love the look of these! How do they feel compared to other geckos? Another cutie to keep an eye out for at expos!

[@DaisyRenee713]

Looks like a hybrid ! I like their look more than cresties. Eyes are stunning

[@repgemsmedia8431]

The best reptile channel ! Keep going

[@seewhaticando3885]

The binge watching continues.. This ghecko is a jumper.. I think he personally likes to jump and I laugh everytime. I love your videos Clint! I am learning and laughing and when you are enjoying the learning it makes it memorable! Siri (pronounced Sir and E) so Siri Sara. 🙌

[@erlantz8975]

Hello Clint , could you make a video or video series covering the proccess of breeding of reptiles? Im exited about breeding them but there are too many opinions about it. Specially about the incubator part of it. Do you recommend a diy incubator or a specific brand of incubator? Thank you for the videos, really good info and passion.

[@ClintsReptiles]

That is a really good idea. Any incubator that keeps temps stable is a good one.

[@erlantz8975]

@@ClintsReptiles thanks for the response clint. You are the youtuber I trust the most about reptiles.

[@ClintsReptiles]

You're welcome. I'm glad I can help.

[@LucassLizards]

These guys kind of remind me of the white lined gecko in their appearance

[@logangardner1205]

He's a great biologist and teacher. He's a cool guy

[@harryhughes6739]

Can you do a Brazilian rainbow boa please?

[@ClintsReptiles]

For sure. We just need to find a healthy adult.

[@oliviaolenzuk155]

I work at pangea and im pretty sure we have baby ones

[@eleanormckelvaine6939]

So cute!! My favorite pet reptiles are the leopard gecko, and the sand boa!! Not as a pet (?) I LOVE gilla monsters!

[@CricketsMa]

What a beautiful animal! I love the patterning on the head. 😍

[@pkonneker]

Man, that thing is cute.

[@Moejuss]

I see your new pied figure in the back!

[@porakiyadraekojin3390]

Toe pad tipped tail is the raddest thing I've heard of a lizard having. And the white v really accentuates the shape of the head. Edit: also, please do crocodile/aligatorngecko next please!

[@natalie8198]

I'd love to see more terrestrial geckos. Those are my favorite

[@ClintsReptiles]

Did you see the pictus video?

[@natalie8198]

@@ClintsReptiles yes I did! And I almost got one at the last expo I was at

[@dreyhawk]

New Caledonian geckos would be perfect for me, lol. I can't tolerate extremes in temperatures either and due to autoimmune diseases I need gentle touch too. See? Perfect!

[@nilankumarage9589]

awesome clint! love your work mate, keep it up

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much! We will :)

[@gabbilauck8836]

Go Chiefs! Also, I love the toe pad shot.

[@ClintsReptiles]

"How 'bout those Chiefs!"

[@TitaniumDruid]

Stinkin' rad channel, Doc. You're a great ambassador.

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much!

[@adriancano4330]

By the time I catch up on all your videos I’ll have a degree in zoology! LOL (New subscriber)

[@breadboy4758]

Love the attitude of your videos

[@taeviansworldofreptiles3828]

Damn sounds like they are a still a little underrated honestly. What a beauty. Now im omw to watch that hybrid video!!

[@ClintsReptiles]

Enjoy!

[@lidathorn6449]

Whoooa Lumberjack Clint! I've gotta see the beard with glasses, too. Are you going to grow out your hair to match?! 😂

[@darhara1287]

Hi, I watched almost all your videos, but I not found it about helmet basilisk. Sad. But you're awesome!🦎

[@MrActionproductions]

I got that Land before Time reference! Clint, I see you!

[@biancyp9232]

Chief is adorable !! This video was super fun to watch!! I was also wondering if we could have an episode on African fat tailed geckos? :) Thank you so much for these videos!!

[@UndeadPigeon]

I absolutely adore these videos. I get so excited when I get to learn about an animal I either have never heard of, or don’t have much knowledge on. I give these videos a score of 5 out of 5. 🖤 Also did anyone catch the announcement 🤩 if it’s what I think it is I’m so happy for you guys!

[@williamspalding1306]

I love all your videos when ever I get a notification I get so pumped for them they are stinkin rad 😊

[@snowballstrikethebudgies9698]

I’ve held one of these at the reptarium in Michigan and they are fun to hold it was speedy but not to speedy that it would escape. Mabye my favorite gecko besides leachie.

[@newtscamander7713]

You've made some "Best Pet Spider" videos, so what about some best pet beetles? I could suggest Blue Death Feigning Beetles for a starter beetle video, although I havn't kept them.

[@ClintsReptiles]

Burying beetles are great if you don't mind the constant smell of death...

[@rowanheart8122]

@@ClintsReptiles scented candles

[@ClintsReptiles]

Perfect. "If you like Charlie Brown, scented candles, and filial cannibalism, then the burying beetle might be the perfect pet beetle for you!"

[@nerodia]

Since you've been on a tear with the lizards lately, any chance of a video on spiny lizards (Texas spiny lizards are the ones I know best, Sceloporus olivaceus). Underrated pets, I think of them how I think of green anoles which are also common yard lizards here - great pets but handling them much is asking for an escape, bite or dropped tail. But I think they make better pets than green anoles and really deserve the exposure.

[@nerodia]

Oh, forgot to mention, I have a wild female brumating in my garage right now. Really beautiful, and since she's sluggish from brumation I can get away with admiring her up close and she just gives me the stinkeye.

[@momo-ct4ve]

Such a cool gecko! Love your channel, very informative and good advice for beginners and advanced pet owners. :)

[@Heyitsf3lix]

New reptile! YAS! 💕 Have an awesome day Clint, thank you for these videos and your dedication to animals is so inspiring!

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you so much! You have a wonderful day as well :)

[@deviljhodan9082]

I want a sara now. Dang you Clint!

[@ricardobernardo3095]

Really would love to ear about less conventional reptiles(but common)...like for example the flat belly african lizard or the morish gecko

[@dabbinggrandpa1150]

I'd really like to see an episode on the Halmahera Giant gecko. Pretty please!

[@lazylaje]

Other youtubers: play a video game for a video Clint's reptiles: Gets a lizard and makes me An environmental lesson that i actually like

[@maddierosenbalm2437]

I need mantis care videos from clint :( orchid mantis? ghost mantis?

[@hunterivey]

I have 2 Golden Geckos, they're just like Crested Geckos, except they're from Vietnam and they're wild caught, but very friendly, although fragile, but they do make great starter geckos.

[@Alex-dr1ez]

I love saras, when I lived in SLC I only ever saw one on KSL. Whenever I went to expos and mentioned them they would get confused lol. Def my favorite gecko out there. Hope to get one eventually

[@annaedwards6004]

We have a handful of breeders here now. I think bertopia will be offering babies for sale as early as next year.

[@ethanhoffmann338]

I absolutely love you’re videos!! You do lots of gecko videos, I’d love to see one on the golden gecko

[@stancothotmailcom]

I went into animal ark today 1/23/2020 and almost bought the sanasinorum gecko. It really sounds like the right pet for me.

[@jinelbrito8737]

them feet got me giggling hahaha big ol clown feet !

[@onion2350]

Wow that looks like a hybrid gecko

[@itsthenewsouth]

I got my Gargoyle after watching your videos... Thanks, Clint!

[@ClintsReptiles]

I'm so glad we could help you find the right fit for you. Great choice!