Alicia and the Zoo Crew 2010

[Myia09]

I have rehabed about 5 viper geckos..honestly, I don't feel like they are a good "pet"...

They are not as friendly and tend to hide way more than leopard geckos.

But if you are okay with that, I say go for it!

 

[Myia09]

p.s I think the longest living leopard gecko I have seen/heard has been 12 years.

 

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Myia09 wrote:

I have rehabed about 5 viper geckos..honestly, I don't feel like they are a good "pet"...

They are not as friendly and tend to hide way more than leopard geckos.

But if you are okay with that, I say go for it!

I am still learning about them, I don't mind so much if they can't be handled as much. I am going to go to the expo in White Plains NY. Meeting up with some people there.

It's kind of funny talking with my husband we both agree that I am more of a reptile person. As our numbers go down we want to keep our total of bunnies at 5 (including fosters) with space for emergency intakes. At some point I would like to get a fire skink and crested gecko.

 

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Myia09 wrote:

p.s I think the longest living leopard gecko I have seen/heard has been 12 years.

Very cool.

 

[Myia09]

JadeIcing wrote:

Myia09 wrote:

I have rehabed about 5 viper geckos..honestly, I don't feel like they are a good "pet"...

They are not as friendly and tend to hide way more than leopard geckos.

But if you are okay with that, I say go for it!

I am still learning about them, I don't mind so much if they can't be handled as much. I am going to go to the expo in White Plains NY. Meeting up with some people there.

It's kind of funny talking with my husband we both agree that I am more of a reptile person. As our numbers go down we want to keep our total of bunnies at 5 (including fosters) with space for emergency intakes. At some point I would like to get a fire skink and crested gecko.

I used to be more reptile until I had bunnies.

But it is way easier to have large number of reptiles..food will only cost you $30 a month if you buy in bulk from online, and of course they don't require as much "attention". Crested geckos make great pets, I love them. I can't wait until I get one (again) for myself. I am holding out until our reptiles shows..we only have 2 a year..one in Sept and one in Nov..we used to have one in Feb but it was cancelled this year.

 

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Myia09 wrote:

JadeIcing wrote:

Myia09 wrote:

I have rehabed about 5 viper geckos..honestly, I don't feel like they are a good "pet"...

They are not as friendly and tend to hide way more than leopard geckos.

But if you are okay with that, I say go for it!

I am still learning about them, I don't mind so much if they can't be handled as much. I am going to go to the expo in White Plains NY. Meeting up with some people there.

It's kind of funny talking with my husband we both agree that I am more of a reptile person. As our numbers go down we want to keep our total of bunnies at 5 (including fosters) with space for emergency intakes. At some point I would like to get a fire skink and crested gecko.

I used to be more reptile until I had bunnies.

But it is way easier to have large number of reptiles..food will only cost you $30 a month if you buy in bulk from online, and of course they don't require as much "attention". Crested geckos make great pets, I love them. I can't wait until I get one (again) for myself. I am holding out until our reptiles shows..we only have 2 a year..one in Sept and one in Nov..we used to have one in Feb but it was cancelled this year.

I love what I can do for bunnies but I love reptiles more. I need to make a long post soon.

I don't have to buy food in bulk yet but it will get to that at some point. Crested Gecko is a ways away for me but a must have at some point. We I have noticed have a lot. I am thinking about putting aside $200-$300 for the expo. What do you think?

 

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Jackie Jax

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Isadora Charlotte

 

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Jackie Jax and Isadora Charlotte

 

[RandomWiktor]

She's so leggy, isn't she? I find it interesting how different the "frame" of a leopard gecko can be from animal to animal. My Asha has a very short, blunt head, stubby legs, a short-ish tail, etc. Ulrik has a long pointy snout, is very leggy like Isadora, has a very long tail, etc.

Hopefully as she puts on more weight, though, she'll look a tad more stout.

 

[JadeIcing]

Tonight is wax worms night so I am sure she will have fun with that.

I thought I would share my feeding regime...

2x a week they get crickets.3x a week they get mealworms. 1x a week wax worms. Now talking on the gecko forum they thought my idea of doing wax worms 2x a week until she puts on more weight good.

I don't do super worms but I may for her.

If things go as planned (which they better) I will be getting two viper geckos in July. :coolness:

 

[Myia09]

I hate superworms..ugh! lol!

I would suggest replacing the wax worms (Which are highly addictive, and she may reject mealworms) with dubia roaches. They are a great food source and they help put on weight while offering great variety in food!

Well..200-300 for just 2 geckos? Or for what?
Crested geckos range from $40-150..Viper geckos are about the same...but they are a bit more rare so you might pay more. I am not sure, I have never purchased one.
You pay more for sexed adults..but if you are not picky, you can get a single crested gecko unsexed baby for $40 (Sometimes less)

BUT if you are also getting a cage, yes 300 would be the ideal..I really really love exo terras for cresteds..

But here are some other cheaper options:
This is $65 Shipped
http://aquaterras.com/index.php?mai...ucts_id=1318:c5a82edb21b47d3712968d855b74c37e

I had that cage for a long time. It works really really well.

But I like to really dense out the cage with plants and vines and what not..which can easily cost $100 in itself.

If you room temp is stable and good, a crested gecko does not need any lights, so that is an expense saver.

I know that I am trying to save about $500 for the shows in Sept/Nov (Luckily my bday is in August so I am asking for reptile show money) BUT I have quite an extensive list to buy.

The great thing about shows is that they are way cheaper than stores, ordering online, ect ect.

But also have some cushion money in case you fall in love with something else! I think *most* impulse buys at reptile shows are okay..if you can afford it!

Did we decide on a morph for Isodora? She looks like a Mack Snow

 

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Myia09 wrote:

I hate superworms..ugh! lol!

As long as I am not alone.

I would suggest replacing the wax worms (Which are highly addictive, and she may reject mealworms) with dubia roaches. They are a great food source and they help put on weight while offering great variety in food!

Umm what do those look like? :expressionlessI limit it to 2 wax worms a feeding.

Well..200-300 for just 2 geckos? Or for what?
Crested geckos range from $40-150..Viper geckos are about the same...but they are a bit more rare so you might pay more. I am not sure, I have never purchased one.
You pay more for sexed adults..but if you are not picky, you can get a single crested gecko unsexed baby for $40 (Sometimes less)

Well I know (placing an order for 2 and I know that it going to run about 70-80) for the vipers. I am also going to buy supplies and what not. Possibly a tank if I find one I like. I want to be prepared. I don't think I will get a crested there but you never know.

BUT if you are also getting a cage, yes 300 would be the ideal..I really really love exo terras for cresteds..

But here are some other cheaper options:
This is $65 Shipped
http://aquaterras.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1318:c5a82edb21b47d3712968d855b74c37e

I had that cage for a long time. It works really really well.

But I like to really dense out the cage with plants and vines and what not..which can easily cost $100 in itself.

Which is why I am not sure I will be going for a crested anytime soon. I honestly think I may wait atleast another year for that.

If you room temp is stable and good, a crested gecko does not need any lights, so that is an expense saver.

I keep it so cool here will need them.

I know that I am trying to save about $500 for the shows in Sept/Nov (Luckily my bday is in August so I am asking for reptile show money) BUT I have quite an extensive list to buy.

Mine is in October but I am asking for early gifts (Dinero).

The great thing about shows is that they are way cheaper than stores, ordering online, ect ect.
But also have some cushion money in case you fall in love with something else! I think *most* impulse buys at reptile shows are okay..if you can afford it!

I know I am spending atleast $100 for vipers and things I plan on getting for them there. I figure that $100-200 would be cushion.

Did we decide on a morph for Isodora? She looks like a Mack Snow

From my reading and research I agree.:big wink:

 

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I got her to eat 2 waxworms. :biggrin2:

 

[slavetoabunny]

How big are they? If your hands are the size of mine, they are quite large.

 

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slavetoabunny wrote:

How big are they? If your hands are the size of mine, they are quite large.

I weighed them...

Jax is 48grams and Isadora is 32grams.

 

[TinysMom]

I just want to say I think so neat to see you getting excited about this. You *almost* make me want some geckos...but wait...we have tiny wild ones running around here! For free even!

 

[undergunfire]

LOL @ Peg! Yeah....uhm....I can't see you being a gecko owner. Hahahahahahaa.


I'm even less of a fan of the viper geckos :baghead...they look like a frog bred with a tarantula and now you have a fancy named gecko.


:run:
*runs and hides before the gecko people get me*

 

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undergunfire wrote:

LOL @ Peg! Yeah....uhm....I can't see you being a gecko owner. Hahahahahahaa.


I'm even less of a fan of the viper geckos :baghead...they look like a frog bred with a tarantula and now you have a fancy named gecko.


:run:
*runs and hides before the gecko people get me*

Chicken.

 

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Morgan is adoption pending. Get him neutered and than he is on his way to his new awesome home.:biggrin: