The leopard gecko has fast become the reptilian version of the parakeet or goldfish. Considered to be the first domesticated species of lizard, the leopard gecko is attractive, perfectly sized and easy to breed. The Leopard Gecko Manual takes a close look at all the characteristics that have made these attractive lizards so amazingly popular in the pet world. Written by a team of herpetoculture experts and gecko specialists, this up-to-date and authoritative guide provides reliable guidelines for keepers who wish to add a gecko to their vivarium and maintain their pet in excellent health and condition. This second edition is revised and expanded to include new sections on Gecko nutrition and feeding, housing, breeding and banded Geckos.

About the Author
Philippe de Vosjoli is an expert on reptile husbandry who revolutionized herpetoculture with the Advanced Vivarium Systems series of books. He has written more than twenty books and one hundred articles on the care and breeding of reptiles and amphibians. Thomas Mazorlig has a BS in biology from Cornell University. He was the editor of Reptile and Amphibian Hobbyist magazine and was a former editor of reptile, amphibian and bird books. Tom has kept a wide variety of reptile species and has bred bearded dragons, chameleons and colubrid snakes for many years.

Reviews
if you're thinking of taking the reptile ownership plunge and you're like me and partial to geckos, this book is ideal to get you started. --Pet Lady Blog



Book Information
ISBN 9781620082591
Author Thomas Mazorlig
Format Paperback
Page Count 176
Imprint Companion House
Publisher Companion House