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Hypo Leopard Gecko
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Common name: Hypo Leopard Gecko (Hypo = “Hypomelanistic”)
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Scientific name: Eublepharis macularius
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Origin of species: Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Iran (arid rocky regions)
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Size: 7–10 inches (average adult)
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Weight: 45–70 g (females lighter, males heavier)
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Lifespan: 15–20 years in captivity
🧬 What “Hypo” Means
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Hypomelanistic = reduced black pigment.
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A Hypo Leopard Gecko has fewer than 10 black body spots (excluding the tail and head).
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If it has no black spots at all, it’s called a Super Hypo.
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Can appear yellow to tangerine-orange, with cleaner, brighter coloration than normal morphs.
🧠 Temperament
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Personality: Docile, calm, easy to handle — one of the most beginner-friendly reptiles
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Handling: Tolerates regular gentle handling once acclimated
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Behavior: Ground-dwelling, crepuscular (active at dawn and dusk), enjoys hiding and exploring at night
🏡 Habitat & Care (in captivity)
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Enclosure: 20-gallon long tank minimum for one adult; bigger is better
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Substrate: Paper towel, reptile carpet, tile, or packed soil mix (avoid loose sand for young geckos — risk of impaction)
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Temperature:
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Warm side: 88–92°F (belly heat preferred via heat mat)
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Cool side: 75–80°F
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Night: ~70–75°F
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Humidity: Low (30–40%), but provide a humid hide with damp moss for shedding
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Lighting: Not UVB-dependent but low UVB can improve health long-term
🍴 Diet
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Type: Insectivore
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Staple foods: Crickets, dubia roaches, black soldier fly larvae
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Treats: Mealworms, hornworms, silkworms, waxworms (fatty, occasional only)
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Supplements: Calcium + D3 dusting, multivitamins weekly
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Feeding frequency:
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Juveniles: daily
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Adults: every 2–3 days
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