Why is my leopard gecko turning purple?

Echo my female gecko done this a while back. She is a high yellow and she use to go a purple colour. Make sure your temps are correct, as leopard geckos tend to change colours (darker) if they are too cold. But like above said, if your temps are correct it could be a mood thing. or due to shed.

How old does a leopard gecko have to be to ovulate?

However, leopard geckos that are not matured are on a different cycle. Female geckos usually start to ovulate once they are about 8-12 months old. The male Leo becomes sexually mature once they are about six months old.

How to take care of a leopard gecko while pregnant?

Taking Care of Leopard Geckos While Pregnant. After mating, remove the female gecko from the cage back to her own cage. This is because leopard geckos will not hold onto sperm until the conditions are ripe. After mating, add an egg box to your female’s tank to give her a spot to lay. You will then fill the egg box with peat moss or vermiculite.

When do leopard geckos shed for the first time?

A leopard gecko will shed for the very first time when they are between five and seven days of age. From hatching, they will shed every ten days or so and that slows to every four to six weeks once they reach adulthood. At What Age Do Leopard Geckos Start Brumation?

How can I tell if my leopard gecko is overweight?

If your leopard gecko weighs under 40 grams when fully grown, then it is considered underweight. You will notice that the head appears bigger than the body, while the tail looks thin and small. How do I know if my leopard gecko is overweight?

What should I name my female leopard gecko?