Community identification
Leopard Gecko (Shed Skin)
Eublepharis macularius
- Order & Family
- Squamata, Eublepharidae
- Size
- 7 to 10 inches (total length)
Natural Habitat
Arid grasslands and desert regions of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India; commonly kept as pets in terrariums
Diet & Feeding
Insectivorous; eats crickets, mealworms, and other small invertebrates
Behavior Patterns
Crepuscular and terrestrial. They shed their skin (ecdysis) in one piece or large chunks and often eat the shed to recycle nutrients and hide their scent from predators.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans and popular as low-maintenance pets. Benefit the ecosystem by controlling insect populations.