Why is my leopard gecko losing its appetite?
It may even help discover intestinal parasites which could be causing digestive issues/distress. Leopard geckos are prone to getting respiratory infections due to chills, drafts, or a temperature decrease in their environment. Respiratory infections are the leading medical reasons for reptiles losing their appetites.
How long can a leopard gecko go without food?
Thankfully, Leopard geckos can go for months without food and weeks without water so there is no immediate cause for concern. However, it is important you get your leopard gecko back eating at a regular feeding schedule with appropriate foods to ensure their nutritional needs and requirements are met.
What kind of food does a leopard gecko eat?
Leopard Geckos are insectivores and eat live mealworms, crickets, cockroaches and beetle larvae. Leos can go for days without eating, but it is a myth that they will fast for several months every winter. In the wild they are active hunters and only eat live prey.
What kind of disease does a leopard gecko have?
Medically, one of the common conditions that we see in geckos is a syndrome commonly called “stick tail” disease. Generally speaking, it is an accumulation of signs seen in lizards, and left untreated, leads to a wasted body condition. It is seen in many species of geckos, including leopard geckos, fat- tail geckos, and crested geckos.
Is it normal for a gecko to lose weight?
In an average adult gecko, fluctuations of around a gram or two in weight are normal. If it starts continuously losing weight however, this is good evidence that it is not eating enough. Losing weight is often a sign of parasites. This needs to be treated by an exotic vet.
What should I do if my leopard gecko won’t eat?
Place your leopard gecko in the container with some crickets, so it can concentrate on them. Don’t force your leopard gecko to eat, and refusing to eat for few days is normal. Limit handling and let your leopard gecko get used to its new environment.
What causes a leopard gecko to lose its tail?
Currently, it is believed that most cases of stick tail disease in leopard geckos are due to a parasitic infection called cryptosporidiosis (cryptosporidium parasite). Crypto, in short, is a protozoal parasite that affects the gastrointestinal system, leading to loss of appetite, diarrhea, and a loss of body condition.
Medically, one of the common conditions that we see in geckos is a syndrome commonly called “stick tail” disease. Generally speaking, it is an accumulation of signs seen in lizards, and left untreated, leads to a wasted body condition. It is seen in many species of geckos, including leopard geckos, fat- tail geckos, and crested geckos.
