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Enigma Leopard Gecko
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Common name: Enigma Leopard Gecko
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Scientific name: Eublepharis macularius
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Origin of species: Afghanistan, Pakistan, northwestern India, Iran (dry, rocky deserts & grasslands)
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Size: 7–10 inches (adult)
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Weight: 45–70 g
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Lifespan: 10–20 years in captivity (though some Enigmas live shorter lives due to health issues)
🧬 Morph Genetics
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Inheritance: Dominant morph (only one copy is needed to express it)
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Appearance:
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Irregular, “chaotic” spotting and banding patterns (hence the name “Enigma”)
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Reduced spotting on the body and tail
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High contrast markings that can vary dramatically between individuals
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Some Enigmas show orange, lavender, or clean white tails
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Eye variations are common (including Eclipse-like eyes in combos)
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⚠️ Enigma Syndrome
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Cause: A neurological condition linked directly to the Enigma gene. It is always a risk, even in “mild” cases.
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Symptoms:
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Head tilting
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“Stargazing” (looking upward for long periods)
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Loss of coordination / circling behavior
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Difficulty striking at food
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Severity: Ranges from very mild (barely noticeable) to severe (impacts feeding and quality of life).
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Breeding ethics: Many breeders avoid producing Enigmas because all offspring carry the risk of Enigma Syndrome.
🧠 Temperament
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Personality: Usually docile and easy to handle like other leopard geckos
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Handling: Can be handled gently, but stress may exacerbate neurological symptoms
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Behavior: May be more restless or easily disoriented than non-Enigma geckos
🏡 Habitat & Care
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Enclosure: 20-gallon long tank minimum for one adult
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Substrate: Paper towel, reptile carpet, slate tile, or packed soil/sand-clay mix (avoid loose sand for juveniles)
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Temperature:
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Warm side (belly heat): 88–92°F
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Cool side: 75–80°F
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Night: 70–75°F
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Humidity: 30–40% with a humid hide for shedding
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Lighting: Not UVB-dependent, but low-level UVB is beneficial
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Decor: Provide multiple hides, clutter, and low climbing structures for enrichment
🍴 Diet
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Type: Insectivore
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Staple foods: Dubia roaches, crickets, black soldier fly larvae
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Treats: Mealworms, hornworms, silkworms, waxworms (sparingly — fatty)
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Supplements:
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Calcium with D3 (every feeding for juveniles; every other for adults)
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Multivitamins (weekly)
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Feeding schedule:
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Juveniles: daily
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Adults: every 2–3 days
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