Introduction to Gecko Lizards

Series Summary

Geckos are small lizards found in warm climates throughout the world. They come in a variety of colors and patterns, as there are over a thousand different species of gecko lizards. Geckos have several unique characteristics, including the chirping vocalizations they use as social interactions. They also lack eyelids and have a transparent membrane covering the eye which they lick to clean. Because of their commonness in warm climates, there are several species of geckos that live in human houses. These house geckos are rarely killed or exterminated because of their ability to kill and feed on insect pests.

In this free video series, our expert will demonstrate how to care for gecko lizards. Dealing specifically with leopard geckos, our expert will show you how to pick out a healthy gecko, how to choose the right cage, and how to handle your gecko lizards. You will also learn useful tips on what to feed geckos and how to deal with a sick lizard. If you are looking for an exotic pet or want to expand your lizard population, let our expert teach you all the tips on caring for a leopard gecko lizard.

Video Transcript

"My name is Johan Svahnström on behalf of Expert Village. Today we're going to talk a little bit about geckos, leopard geckos in specific. We're going to talk about how to pick the right gecko for you. And we're going to talk about the cage; how to set up the cage, what type of tank to use, what type of substrate to use, your cage furniture, your water, and your heat sources, of course. We're going to talk about feeding the gecko, how and when to feed the gecko, and what. We're going to talk about cleaning your tank, very important. We are going to discuss how to handle your gecko. We're also going to talk about how to recognize if your gecko is ill, and what to look for."