Leopard Gecko, The Best Pet Reptile?

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  • Опубликовано: 2 июн 2024
  • Clint talks specifically about the leopard gecko (Eublepharis macularius), weighing the merits of these WONDERFUL little creatures so you can decide if they are the right pet for you.
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    0:28 Leopard Geckos get an overall score of 4.4 out of 5.
    0:43 Score criteria: Handleability, Care, Hardiness, Availability, Upfront Costs.
    0:53 Handleability: How well does a Leopard Gecko do with handling?
    3:36 Care: What is involved with caring for Leopard Geckos?
    5:28 Hardiness: How hardy are Leopard Geckos?
    7:01 Availability: How easy is it to obtain a Leopard Gecko?
    8:26 Upfront Costs: How much does it cost to get setup with a Leopard Gecko?
    9:18 Conclusion: Leopard Geckos are great and deserve an overall score of 4.4.
    9:36 Bloopers, out-takes, silliness.
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  • @cfol4437
    @cfol4437 5 лет назад +1692

    Just got my first leopard gecko and I stumbled across your channel. I really like how you present information. You're passionate about every reptile and really informative but you don't condemn people doing stuff wrong which I really like since moste people don't want to hurt their pets and are more likely to listen to someone who is as calm and friendly as you. Also I adore how calm your leopard geckos are and how easy you handle them. Your pets trust you and that's just more reason to listen to your info.

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  5 лет назад +171

      Thank you so much for the kind feedback! I totally agree with you about being patient and kind with new keepers making mistakes. We all make them, and most of us would stop if we knew what to do. Hopefully our channel helps with that. So glad you found our channel!

    • @adrianvargas2261
      @adrianvargas2261 5 лет назад +11

      I got mine yesterday its a small bean

    • @billclinton328
      @billclinton328 5 лет назад +12

      There is also another channel called leopard gecko that provides tons of information

    • @ameliabenson6637
      @ameliabenson6637 4 года назад +5

      Hows its going with the gecko now :)

    • @turtlez8368
      @turtlez8368 4 года назад +3

      same

  • @holtshady
    @holtshady 6 лет назад +1408

    Your disposition is something between a bob Ross and Steve Erwin, really cool to go along with the subject of your videos

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +197

      I don't mind that comparison one bit! Love those guys. Thank you so much!

    • @54graemeh
      @54graemeh 4 года назад +10

      Reminds me more of Jered from Silicon Valley. Not in a bad way 😂

    • @InWitheNew
      @InWitheNew 3 года назад +17

      Steve Irwin/Bob Ross as played by David Tenant

    • @whos_peter_parker4253
      @whos_peter_parker4253 3 года назад +2

      Does anyone know of anyone or anyplace that rehabilitates and re-homes leopard geckos in Indiana or The Midwest? I’ll take any advice please help! Thanks

    • @BlackPhillip666
      @BlackPhillip666 2 года назад +4

      The human version of Elijah Wood.

  • @kaitydidkaity6542
    @kaitydidkaity6542 4 года назад +480

    This mans energy gives me life
    Vibes: 4.9/5

    • @decemberchillz6554
      @decemberchillz6554 3 года назад +46

      That is... one of the highest scores we’ve ever given, it’s one of the highest scores we’re ever gonna give.

    • @imk2007
      @imk2007 3 года назад +2

      @@JooBrothers he's just welcoming you why are you so mean

    • @robinmatz6686
      @robinmatz6686 3 года назад +2

      Where are the last 0.1? In this vid even his shirt fits right haha

    • @kaitydidkaity6542
      @kaitydidkaity6542 3 года назад +3

      @@robinmatz6686 lost 0.1 for not wearing a green tie :/

    • @whos_peter_parker4253
      @whos_peter_parker4253 3 года назад

      Does anyone know of anyone or anyplace that rehabilitates and re-homes leopard geckos in Indiana or The Midwest? I’ll take any advice please help! Thanks

  • @renarudo1
    @renarudo1 5 лет назад +775

    Had my lil guy for 22 years. Best friendly scaly lil buddy one can have.

    • @stacyasdell972
      @stacyasdell972 5 лет назад +72

      Nice job on 22 years! My little old man is 18 this year!

    • @JaydenL.
      @JaydenL. 5 лет назад +37

      Not Bad! THEY Die At the Age Of 20 SO CHECK YOUR GECKO MORE OFTEN

    • @SohailKiParii
      @SohailKiParii 5 лет назад +26

      Wow that is amazing!!! I hope my boy lasts that long too!

    • @sophiasapphireberg8288
      @sophiasapphireberg8288 5 лет назад +33

      renarudo1 Adorable! My little boy (Pax) has Enigma Syndrome (Kinda like Autism for geckos), and he’s the best thing that ever happened to me! He is currently 10 months old, and I’ve had him for 8 months. I’m hoping for him to live the fullest life he could ever live. Great job on taking care of your gecko, btw!

    • @fishcareforbeginners9781
      @fishcareforbeginners9781 5 лет назад +6

      Stay Sea tell him I said happy birthday

  • @MooseWillard
    @MooseWillard 4 года назад +424

    0:57 Handleability
    3:41 Care
    5:33 Hardiness
    7:06 Availability
    8:30 Upfront Cost

  • @ReqOreo
    @ReqOreo 3 года назад +85

    Clint: this is the highest score we’re ever going to give to any animal
    Cornsnake: I’m about to end this mans whole career

    • @Matt-if3mb
      @Matt-if3mb Год назад

      Boom bam badabap boom pow

    • @SousukeAizen421
      @SousukeAizen421 2 месяца назад +1

      clint said he raised Leopad gecko Handibility to 5, that would raise their score higher than cornsnake

    • @edgyanole9705
      @edgyanole9705 29 дней назад +1

      ​@@SousukeAizen421 cornsnakes had a 4 in handleability and in the blake rat snake video he said that he might have been a bit too harsh on them which would give cornsnakes an overall score of 5/5

  • @Hamburglar009
    @Hamburglar009 2 года назад +117

    Can confirm about the sand substrate. 25 years ago or so when I was a child my parents got me a leopard gecko. The pet store told us sand was the best substrate since they are “desert” animals. We didn’t know much about thermostats and GOOD thermometers (not the plastic analog ones in the big box pet store, but good thermometers) and we thought all was well. He lived for maybe 8 months to a year and then we found out the hard way the sand substrate caused internal bleeding. It was traumatizing as a child.
    To make a long story short, don’t use sand. Please don’t use sand. Please buy thermometers and legitimate thermostats and your gecko will be super happy and healthy. I love them

    • @sebbehermansson8819
      @sebbehermansson8819 Год назад +3

      Whats should I use instead os sand?

    • @jordan-kristina2014
      @jordan-kristina2014 Год назад +2

      wow! As an adult about to buy one for my son I literally have the exact same story. My geckos stomach turned kind of black and he died.

    • @AdventuresWithV
      @AdventuresWithV Год назад +3

      @@sebbehermansson8819 you can use paper towel. It's easy to clean and help you to make sure it's consistently going to the bathroom

    • @truereaper4572
      @truereaper4572 Год назад +10

      @@AdventuresWithV Paper towels are fine as a very temporary solution but definitely not the best for long term. Soil substrate is probably the way to go.

  • @pxrisxiv
    @pxrisxiv 6 лет назад +650

    I honestly hope "one day" after finished my college course I get a good job, my own home and have a whole reptile room haha :) or maybe 2 reptile rooms.

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +94

      Sounds like a good dream :)

    • @ahsgoc
      @ahsgoc 6 лет назад +15

      I feel you sis

    • @jaffercakefilms3901
      @jaffercakefilms3901 6 лет назад +21

      Damm 2 reptile rooms that would be sweet

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +42

      A warm room and a cool room would be amazing! That is a good dream :)

    • @RebelFan-yd2lv
      @RebelFan-yd2lv 6 лет назад +3

      Valiant Faynt in. Fffffffffz be

  • @sharijohnson4030
    @sharijohnson4030 6 лет назад +167

    I’m totally getting a leopard gecko when I’m older

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +38

      You will love it!

    • @nomercy3883
      @nomercy3883 4 года назад +2

      I prefer chocolate albino in my opinion

    • @innuendoc251
      @innuendoc251 4 года назад +1

      Bomby Boi I have a regular albino, it reminds me of like fruit loops lol, it has so much colorful spots, I was gonna get a brown gray and black one, but I wanted to get the albino.

    • @davidlarkin1040
      @davidlarkin1040 4 года назад +1

      Did you do it?

    • @lotusjuice3834
      @lotusjuice3834 4 года назад

      Maybe.....

  • @heathert5455
    @heathert5455 5 лет назад +163

    I was 11 years old, back in 1999, when I owned a leopard gecko. It was the most laid back lizard that I ever owned. Prior to that, my family owned an Iguana named Salty and he was a real bastard---he would try to bite and whip us with his tail---so, feeding and cleaning his enclosure was a NIGHTMARE. After the experience with Salty the Iguana, it was very nice to get such a laid back lizard. I would definitely own a leopard gecko again.

    • @chromewitdakok
      @chromewitdakok 3 года назад +2

      What happened to him

    • @heathert5455
      @heathert5455 3 года назад +8

      @@chromewitdakok The leopard gecko passed away in 2002 and a friend of the family took the Iguana.

  • @plaidpenguin1820
    @plaidpenguin1820 4 года назад +165

    “These geckos are from the desert” they are from a desert type area. But do not put sand as their ground material in the cage when you decorate it. The sand can get in their food dish and that is bad cause when they eat the sand it can scratch and clog the intestines causing constipation and other problems which will eventually lead to death if untreated. Instead of a desert themed in closure make a jungle themed using slanted bark for them to climb on and soil or something I forgot the name of as a ground material.

    • @tonycarpaccio9550
      @tonycarpaccio9550 4 года назад +16

      He covers this in the video.

    • @plaidpenguin1820
      @plaidpenguin1820 4 года назад +12

      Dave England yes I know. I wrote this halfway through the video and forgot to edit it.

    • @wilsonryland8643
      @wilsonryland8643 4 года назад +2

      Eco earth

    • @rneustel388
      @rneustel388 3 года назад

      I guess it would be hard to give a gecko an enema 🙄

    • @themarinefan
      @themarinefan 3 года назад +8

      I found that out the hard way. I didn't even obtain my lizard by choice. My granddad had a friend and that friend dropped him off and left. He was 2, but lived to 11 years old. He went blind unexpectedly at age 8 and we cared for him by hand until then. I was a kid when I first got him and when he died it broke my heart as much as losing my granddad.

  • @TheBiggestMoronYouKnow
    @TheBiggestMoronYouKnow 3 года назад +24

    Their faces give me dog energy, the cute little pink tongues and their faces look so genuine 🥰

  • @rhymermedia1616
    @rhymermedia1616 5 лет назад +52

    This guy just sounds so comfortable. I don't know what that means but its how I feel.

  • @MrsVrba
    @MrsVrba Год назад +34

    Hey Clint - would you consider updating this video with the current best practices for care? Under tank heaters aren’t really recommended anymore; it’s been shown that overhead heat (a par38 halogen on a dimmer) is far more beneficial. Colored lights actually harm their eyes! You’re so very respected for making these videos, and having an updated version of this popular pet lizard would be… just stinkin’ rad!

    • @ericlopez3585
      @ericlopez3585 10 месяцев назад +1

      Are you seriously trying to tell a biologist university instructor who’s passion is reptiles what is recommended ? People like Clint breeders etc have kept these thriving for YEARS so to say something diff is just trying to be different/giving 🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓🤓

    • @MrsVrba
      @MrsVrba 10 месяцев назад +25

      @@ericlopez3585 I respect your feelings, and understand what you’re saying. Please understand that I respect and admire Clint… it’s just that this video was made a number of years ago and some things have changed, carewise. Watch any of the more respected herp videos on Leopard Geckos, like Wickens Wicked Reptiles or others (who also like and admire Clint), and you’ll see what I mean. Clint is AMAZING. I use his videos in my classes and recommend him in the book I just wrote on pet leopard geckos. But if we kept doing things “like we’ve always done it,” we’d have leopard geckos in 10 gallon tanks and fed nothing but mealworms, or bearded dragons stuck in 40 BR tanks, and no forward movement. Part of being an educator is always learning… as a teacher myself, I swear by this. I meant no disrespect to Clint… I just wanted to see if he’d update his information. That’s all. 😊

    • @therealbigjerm444
      @therealbigjerm444 6 месяцев назад

      @@ericlopez3585this video was made 6 years ago, when the professionals didnt have access to new information such as benefits of uvb/halogen bulbs. no one is coming for clint

    • @ILuvAyeAye
      @ILuvAyeAye 6 месяцев назад +3

      ​@@ericlopez3585 Dismissing new evidence out of hand because a biologist said something different six years ago is antithetical to what a biologist would do.
      Part of being a biologist, or any scientist, is being open to new evidence. Best practices change when new evidence is discovered. I do not know about the new evidence in this case, it's possible Clint would not find it convincing, but I do know he would never say "I said something different six years ago, what I said then must be true."

    • @ILuvAyeAye
      @ILuvAyeAye 6 месяцев назад +2

      ​@@MrsVrba Thank you so much for sharing the information you did, I found your original comment both helpful and respectful. I understand if Clint does not see it (I'm sure he's busy!) but if I was looking to care for this animal, I would absolutely read the comments, and this would be invaluable, because it would let me know I should do some more research on the subject.

  • @wahoowahoo5838
    @wahoowahoo5838 6 лет назад +188

    You are the first youtube who responds to comments and cares

    • @jncrlsyb8140
      @jncrlsyb8140 5 лет назад +8

      Killer Bean Army what the fuck is that icon and why am i seeing it everywhere

    • @0subscriberswithnovideosho388
      @0subscriberswithnovideosho388 5 лет назад +5

      jncrlsyb it’s called a profile Buddy and it’s from Maximilianmus

    • @jncrlsyb8140
      @jncrlsyb8140 5 лет назад +4

      0 subscribers with no videos Hot pocket thank you 😌

    • @unpaidworker8639
      @unpaidworker8639 5 лет назад +6

      Hey bro

    • @DraconisMarchVII
      @DraconisMarchVII 4 года назад +2

      That's just objectively false dude. RUclips has been around since 2006.

  • @ellaminowpea9898
    @ellaminowpea9898 5 лет назад +82

    you’re so upbeat and positive. watched this because I want a gecko and now i’m a new subscriber

  • @Beccavantizle
    @Beccavantizle 6 лет назад +16

    My gecko was so chill...I had no idea they could bite! Also, I didn't know they could lose their tails! Thanks for the vid!

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +5

      You're very welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful :)

  • @dundun8323
    @dundun8323 3 года назад +13

    I literally bought a leo that had half of his 3 front left toes missing (his side ones were intact on the same left foot so he can still grip things and he has nails on those 2 outer ones.. but the 3 middle ones, literally look like they were cut in half, but they don't look sore at all. They are perfectly healed at this point just not as long and no nails of course compared to his other feet). I specifically bought him for this reason as the store had no idea how to care for him and he was just too precious and friendly to let him live that kind of life. I upgraded him to a mansion and now he's a boss with it lol!

  • @stingyringy4039
    @stingyringy4039 6 лет назад +166

    Can you do a setup for a leopard gecko tank

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +82

      We sure will! That's a great suggestion.

    • @stingyringy4039
      @stingyringy4039 6 лет назад +6

      Clint's Reptiles thanks I really appreciate it

    • @planetfauna4613
      @planetfauna4613 5 лет назад +2

      Clint's Reptiles i thought you could only take them out at night since they’re nocturnal? Will it stress them out to take them out any other time of the day? Please answer I’m thinking about getting this reptile and do you need to have more than one?

    • @muddw3871
      @muddw3871 5 лет назад +9

      Well, they aren't strictly nocturnal actually. They're crepuscular, meaning that they are awake at dawn and dusk. However, they shouldn't be handled in the middle of the day. They should be sleeping then.

    • @muddw3871
      @muddw3871 5 лет назад +12

      Also, don't house them together. Some people say that you can house females together, but I don't reccomend it. Even with females, there's that risk of one fighting the other, stealing the other's food, or straight up killing eachother. You don't want to take that risk.

  • @SoTypicallyMeh
    @SoTypicallyMeh 5 лет назад +14

    9:37 Years ago, when I was deciding on what first reptile to buy, this is exactly why I didn't choose a leopard gecko. The fact that you can see through their head freaks me out. So I ended up with a cornsnake.

  • @SIG442
    @SIG442 3 года назад +8

    When I had gecko's I handled them every single day to ensure they would realize that i'm no threat to them. Eventually I let them crawl on me and they would sit either in my neck or under my shirt where it's warm. I personally only had once 2 eggs, but nothing came of that unfortunately. Never fed them roaches, just the worms, crickets and sometimes wild coughed insects. I did notice that my male Gecko was really curious of my camera. Every time I opened their enclosure and had my camera with me he would directly come towards me and let himself be photographed. Sometimes even crawling on top of my camera on his own power. The females that I had were less fond of the camera, they would allow it but quickly disappear in one of the hiding spots.

  • @Yksisuuntainen
    @Yksisuuntainen 4 года назад +35

    Every time he makes the *pop* sound for the tails coming off, I become very uncomfortable lol

  • @ianzhao5693
    @ianzhao5693 2 года назад +3

    If you decided to get one, please think about rescuing one. They are one of the most abandoned reptiles. Anyone could get one from the pet store, but very very few of the actually found their permanent homes.

  • @UndeadPorcupine
    @UndeadPorcupine 5 лет назад +78

    I wanted to thank you for this video and others you've done talking about the Leopard Gecko. As of today, I am the proud owner of an adorable little Mack Snow Albino leopard gecko. Your videos made learning about what they need and how to care for them a much more approachable subject than they would have been otherwise. Now I not only have myself a great new friend, but have also started going down the rabbit hole of newfound reptile fanaticism.

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  5 лет назад +12

      That makes me so happy! You're going to love this rabbit hole :)

    • @nicholaslienandjaja1815
      @nicholaslienandjaja1815 5 лет назад

      Glad to hear that! Enjoy your very own Mondo Gecko (anyone who is a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan should know who is Mondo Gecko)!

    • @FilmDragons
      @FilmDragons 4 года назад

      Nicholas Lienandjaja who is mondo gecko

    • @nicholaslienandjaja1815
      @nicholaslienandjaja1815 4 года назад

      @@FilmDragons A character from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. In the 2012 version, he is a mutant leopard gecko who used to be human.

    • @FilmDragons
      @FilmDragons 4 года назад

      Nicholas Lienandjaja oh ok

  • @willd639
    @willd639 3 года назад +13

    Still one of my favorite episodes... We’ve had my son’s leopard gecko for years and his a great pet. He will not touch a super or mealworm though... crazy 😂

  • @luisachen6389
    @luisachen6389 3 года назад +5

    I'd give my little girl a 5/5! She's still a bit shy but I'm patient with handling her and I have feeder insects at home for my tarantulas either way! I love her so much

  • @Futurebound_jpg
    @Futurebound_jpg 3 года назад +2

    They’re just so chill I can’t believe how relaxed they are?

  • @speckledjim_
    @speckledjim_ 3 года назад +10

    Leopard gecko's are excellent little climbers, not so good at getting back down though :)

  • @koovshiki
    @koovshiki 3 года назад +5

    "The biggest risk with these guys is getting squished"
    Why is that so adorable to me

  • @sdmpodcast554
    @sdmpodcast554 4 года назад +9

    I got my leopard gecko a few months ago and I wanted one for years and she’s a lot of fun

  • @heartstudio9130
    @heartstudio9130 4 года назад +5

    4:10 awww! he's smile is so cute!!

  • @dr.karasuoverhaul6963
    @dr.karasuoverhaul6963 5 лет назад +24

    My leopard gecko lived to the ripe old age of 15 years old! I miss him so much. I'm really considering getting another one. R.I.P. Karl!
    Edit: I've decided. I'll be getting Karl Jr. soon!

    • @journi2508
      @journi2508 5 лет назад +6

      Karl Jr. heh. Get a pair of them, name the other Hardee.

    • @pedrocrane4714
      @pedrocrane4714 5 лет назад +1

      How did he die?

  • @nito2032
    @nito2032 4 года назад +5

    I love it how you're so formal thanks for the information being trying to persuade my parents are getting me a reptile you're basically my information and my negotiation tool thanks( sorry for bad English)

  • @HaloteX
    @HaloteX 5 лет назад +4

    Thanks to you, few months ago i got my own leo and now i see why you are soo excited about them! The info you give about them helped me to decide if they are best fit for me and to make decent habitat for my leo to make it happy. im just amazed how your geckos manage to stay in one spot for so long! mine just always running around ( each day we walk around 80m or more).

  • @UnravelingDaily
    @UnravelingDaily 4 года назад +2

    He’s so sweet! I love how passionate he is, and he’s so good with the animals

  • @alissaschwipps1060
    @alissaschwipps1060 2 года назад +1

    Milan here from Indiana. I don't have a leopard gecko but I want to have one in the future. Thanks to you I know a lot more about leopard geckos. I love you RUclips channel and this video is awesome!

  • @Katiethewizard
    @Katiethewizard 3 года назад +3

    i just got a leopard gecko 2 months ago and he's still fairly small but i love him so much!! He has such a huge personality and has learned to pop out of his lil warm hide when he hears my voice near his enclosure. This is definitely one of the videos that convinced me to get one, so thank you clint!!

  • @brennan9475
    @brennan9475 4 года назад +3

    My first reptile in my adult life was a leo! I also have a Crestie now! My boy is pretty chill, and they're amazing beginner babies, they're very sweet, my boy's lil nails poke me a bit but they don't hurt, not even close. It tickles more than anything

  • @corrinthesadgay6511
    @corrinthesadgay6511 4 года назад +2

    Thank you very much for this video. I've been considering these guys for a while! Very cute and beautiful geckos.

  • @ld6030
    @ld6030 2 года назад

    I love how enthusiastic you are about all of these beautiful creatures 💙

  • @FactStorm
    @FactStorm 3 года назад +3

    This guy is so passionate, no wonder you're a biologist! More power to you man! I love these reptile series - they are so informative!

  • @Christywoowoo
    @Christywoowoo 6 лет назад +3

    Wonderful video as always! One thing I really don't agree with however is the daily misting. That's definitely a way to give your leo a respiratory infection.
    Instead use a water dish. They drink readily out of dishes, they're just a bit secretive about it lol. and make sure you have a hide stuffed with wet paper towels or moss, that takes care of the shedding.
    Also the under tank heater is pretty much a must. bulbs tend to bother them and they need belly heat to properly digest food ^^

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +3

      Agreed, daily spraying would not be ideal if your gecko enclosure lacks proper ventilation. You should only mist so that there are drops they can drink, but not so much that it doesn't dry completely within an hour or so.
      I too prefer heat mats. That is what I recommended in the video. But a red bulb can work.

  • @laurenalmeyda6916
    @laurenalmeyda6916 5 лет назад

    I love your enthusiasm for these little creatures!

  • @emmas3505
    @emmas3505 3 года назад +1

    i remember watching your videos right before i got my first leopard gecko a few years back. they're older now, and i have three of them and a few other reptiles but i always end up coming back to your page because i just love watching your videos. i watched it to refresh my knowledge on crested geckos before i picked mine up tomorrow, but i find myself watching videos of yours on videos i never plan on owning just because they're so much fun. just finished making myself an egg to eat and listening to you talk in the background is always fun. keep making videos!

  • @JasonACadder
    @JasonACadder 6 лет назад +14

    Thank you for putting out correct care info, especially in regards to sand and cohabitation. So many others I've seen put out bad advice.

  • @Megad00mer
    @Megad00mer 6 лет назад +9

    Looking forward to your Corn Snake video. Keep up the great work!

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +1

      Thank you so much! We're pretty excited about that one also. They are amazing pet reptiles.

  • @mapsandviolins1
    @mapsandviolins1 3 года назад +1

    These little guys are wonderful starter reptiles. So chill when handling and easy to care for, plus they are beautiful!

  • @kaiyas9464
    @kaiyas9464 5 лет назад +2

    Thanks to you I’m getting my gecko tomorrow!! I did a YEAR of research to lead up to this and this particular video is what got me started! I can’t thank you enough!

  • @Marie-cq7eq
    @Marie-cq7eq 4 года назад +7

    Hey Clint! I love this video. With all the changes in reptile husbandry in the past few years, would you consider updating it? UV would be a good talking point, as well as more naturalized enclosures.

  • @sarahwilliams2191
    @sarahwilliams2191 4 года назад +5

    Getting my leopard gecko was one of the best things I've ever done. I got mine last year in the summer and I plan to get another(not to cohab or breed) this upcoming summer. Tbh I'd love to have more than that haha. Best beginner reptile out there imo.

  • @hellothisisron6158
    @hellothisisron6158 5 лет назад

    The little smile they have is soo adorable!

  • @deliamessing
    @deliamessing 6 лет назад

    haha I always get so excited during these videos cuz he's so happy and psyched! Thank you!

  • @pulsedagod3986
    @pulsedagod3986 6 лет назад +10

    Right after you said they're adorable, the gecko stuck his tongue out and I almost died of cuteness! I'm very new to reptiles, and hoping to keep these as my first pet. Any tips on convincing my parents that I will be able to take care of these on my own? They're against pets as they don't want to be the ones taking care of them all the time when I go to school, which is understandable. Will these geckos be fine without insect feeders? I think that's a big no-no for my parents too. Other than that, thanks for the great informative videos!

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +2

      Check out our other videos, we just released a video on this topic last week. Let me know if it helps!

  • @drewsifer817
    @drewsifer817 6 лет назад +42

    I’d love to see a video on blue-tongued skinks sometime

    • @addianon130
      @addianon130 6 лет назад

      drewsifer817 I've commented something similar on a previous video of his and he said that one was in the making. So there will probably be one soon. :)

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +6

      Don't worry, we won't forget about them :)

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +10

      Have you seen it yet?
      ruclips.net/video/3Y-5H186_1c/видео.html

    • @GODOFMMA
      @GODOFMMA 5 лет назад +1

      @@ClintsReptiles i love that you take peoples comments on board- it great how much you care about your subs!

    • @nicholaslienandjaja1815
      @nicholaslienandjaja1815 4 года назад

      Blue-tongued lizards are also perfect beginner lizards.

  • @russetburbanks275
    @russetburbanks275 5 лет назад +1

    I love your videos! I'm glad I found your channel.

  • @billykennedy2249
    @billykennedy2249 2 года назад

    Thanks for all the great informative fun videos. Your enthusiasm is infectious and your knowledge and ability to convey said knowledge is a lesson to any aspiring science educator.

  • @cielrobinson
    @cielrobinson 5 лет назад +48

    anyone reading this thinking about getting a gecko: if you don't want to watch your gecko potentially die a slow and painful death, make sure you have an exotic vet near you, and don't get a gecko if youre not willing/able to pay the fee for a vet appointment there in an emergency. i've seen so many geckos die because people don't get their pet medical help because they can't afford it or because they wanted to treat it at home themselves. if you're a kid, don't expect mom or dad to be willing/able to pay or drive you 2 hours to an exotic vet. if you're a parent and can't afford the vet or travel, you might want to wait to get a gecko until that's doable because it'll break your kids heart if their little friend dies.

    • @poppyparanormal2189
      @poppyparanormal2189 5 лет назад +10

      If you’re a child and you have a pet you probably expect your parents to pay for anything that pet needs.
      In my opinion the financial responsibility is on the parents more than it’s on the child.
      Children have no option in financial decisions but they should take care of their animal and bring anything they are concerned about to their parents attention and the parents should be checking every other day on the health of the pets.
      Definitely agree with your other great points.
      👍🏼

    • @dadnthdark
      @dadnthdark 5 лет назад +3

      @@poppyparanormal2189 yeah... I just got a crested gecko a few days ago. My parents bought the tank and gecko together but I had to buy my own hygrometer (didnt find a thermometer in any local pet stores), insects, a climbing branch (the tank came with 2 leaf branches but eh) and ya. I barely get any money, and I know my parents are not willing to pay if my animal gets sick ... and i am struggling to save up money incase something does happen. I have no allowance whatsoever soooo. I'm 14, I got her 4 days ago and shes doing fine so far, shes really tame and I know how to take good care of her and do my research ^-^

    • @dadnthdark
      @dadnthdark 5 лет назад +3

      @@poppyparanormal2189 I have like no more money. Spent it on my poor bby crested gecko. I'll do anything for her... I hope my parents can pay if any vet visits are needed. But I hope that wont be needed since I am trying my best with painting her health. I also bought her vitamins with my pocket money

    • @dadnthdark
      @dadnthdark 5 лет назад +1

      *maintaining. So you can imagine how hard it is for a child to own a pet that requires a lot of care with parents who arent willing to maybe help. I dont need help, just hope my parents would understand that a geckos livfe matters too...

    • @poppyparanormal2189
      @poppyparanormal2189 5 лет назад +2

      Karma_ Unleashed
      Definitely and it’s very unfortunate your parents will not help you invest in the animals health.
      You’re doing a wonderful job and I wouldn’t worry about illness since your gecko will be well taken care of.
      Maybe you could start asking for pet money as a birthday present or gecko items you may need as presents for Christmas.

  • @diducth4t221
    @diducth4t221 5 лет назад +6

    I've been trying to decide what I want. I think a beardie is going to be what I go with. Your channel made it convenient to do research.

  • @jayrough1413
    @jayrough1413 6 лет назад

    Thank you for your reply, my family and i look forward to your videos

  • @water1632
    @water1632 4 года назад +2

    two leopard geckos: being held
    that one leopard gecko: just exist

  • @ellie25021
    @ellie25021 5 лет назад +5

    haha was not expecting him to be closing his eyes like that so cute 😂😍 just chillin hehe 2:10

  • @WolfFang884
    @WolfFang884 5 лет назад +7

    I actually didn't know that misting thing for leopard geckos when I got mine. Just goes to show that your research doesn't end just because you got the animal.

    • @pandabazzinga3133
      @pandabazzinga3133 3 года назад +3

      I heard you aren’t supposed to mist them because it can cause the humidity to rise in the tank and that can cause respiratory issues? 🤷🏻‍♀️. A lot of info is out there.

    • @dragonlady3852
      @dragonlady3852 3 года назад

      I've had mine five years now and never misted once and I'm not starting now. I live in Florida and keeping his humidity levels low is challenging enough without constantly spraying down his enclosure. Luckily he was bred by a local breeder here in Florida so he's used to the higher humidity levels. He's a good boy who drinks from his water bowl.

    • @mazharahmed6270
      @mazharahmed6270 2 года назад

      You need this

  • @CodyB_Fitness
    @CodyB_Fitness 9 месяцев назад

    I love how excited and happy he is to make these videos or at least that's how he looks

  • @mimodolls
    @mimodolls Год назад

    Love watching these videos the information is presented so clearly.

  • @alexs6671
    @alexs6671 4 года назад +4

    I’m concidering getting a Leopard gecko so Ive been researching as much as i can and this was super helpfull :))

  • @azush1055
    @azush1055 6 лет назад +4

    That's a very high score I love certain Leo morphs. They are so cute I want one so bad!!!🦎🦎

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад

      It would be hard to find a better first pet lizard.

    • @azush1055
      @azush1055 6 лет назад

      Clint's Reptiles that is very true

  • @mikeyfava
    @mikeyfava 3 месяца назад

    Wow! This is so helpful, even more excited to start my leopard gecko journey, continue to do what you do!

  • @anklegrinder2057
    @anklegrinder2057 2 года назад

    After watching this video I have always wanted one of those leopard gecko’s. You have inspired me to get one thank you so much and keep up the good work

  • @moe7411
    @moe7411 5 лет назад +3

    I got one yesterday.

  • @themightybrook7754
    @themightybrook7754 6 лет назад +16

    There a reptile convention near me and a specific beeder the has a color line of leopard geko up wards of $80-$300 fancy designer colored lizards

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +5

      There are some amazing ones if you go to the right breeders!

    • @RulerLizIII
      @RulerLizIII 5 лет назад +3

      The Mighty Brook May I point out that if something is labelled as a “facet gecko” it just means they have no clue what morph it actually is and has no data in their genetic background

    • @tjadeokkerse9150
      @tjadeokkerse9150 3 года назад

      @@ClintsReptiles can you also just get 1 leopard gecko instead of like 2 or 3?

  • @AlphaOmegaKnight77658
    @AlphaOmegaKnight77658 3 года назад +2

    This made me smile towards the end. Definitely planning on owning one eventually, maybe this year. I watched and commented on your top 5 for Beg. which peaked my interest but now I'm dead set on a Leopard Gecko even tho it wasn't long ago that I got a canary lol
    I didn't know they came in a variety of colors. I'm liking the radar gecko.

  • @cringeken5389
    @cringeken5389 4 года назад

    Thanks so much for this video! I just got my leopard gecko today and this helped a lot!

  • @msdmiller91
    @msdmiller91 4 года назад +3

    I want to know which gecko says “gecko”. I was in Indonesia a few months ago and I loved the night sounds including the gecko. I never saw one but was told it was tokay. I think it sounds like “gecko” not “tokay” so I wonder what it was we heard. There were all kinds of geckos everywhere! ❤️ I crept around in the dark but they were well hidden.

  • @forrestgump8717
    @forrestgump8717 6 лет назад +25

    I've been researching on Leopard geckos and some people just say "Oh they just need mealworms or superworms with calci dust or reptivite but I was going to ask you and your opinion on it. Because a lot of people have different opinions on it and say they need to have superworms,(or mealworms) along with crickets and dubia roches people also say they just need dubias and mealworms or superworms. So I'm just asking your opinion on and about it.

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +26

      I would say that you would be best served to offer a varied diet. Beetle larvae (like meal worms and super worms) can be a good staple, but adding in other feeders will likely supply nutrients that may be lacking from a worm-only diet.

    • @forrestgump8717
      @forrestgump8717 6 лет назад +6

      Thank you for the reply! I love your channel keep the good work up!

    • @rottweilerfun9520
      @rottweilerfun9520 3 года назад +1

      @@ClintsReptiles , are the roaches a must ? I can't deal with roaches , they give me the willies so bad. Roaches are the only animals that I am scared of and freaked out by.

    • @mysteriouslizard416
      @mysteriouslizard416 2 года назад

      I would say crickets Dubia roaches and super worms

    • @somethinginthepines
      @somethinginthepines 2 года назад

      @@rottweilerfun9520 This is late but roaches are not necessary, however dubia roaches are the healthiest widely available bug you can feed to a gecko, crickets come in second. Dubias would be a good treat once in a while if you can handle it, otherwise just make sure to give your gecko supplements and variety every once in a while.
      My gecko is very picky and only eats live dubias and crickets (I hate crickets), even though she was fed mealworms when she was in the breeders care. I'm going to see if she can handle some worms again because I have someone with birds I can give them to.

  • @cianfifty5514
    @cianfifty5514 3 года назад +1

    I got a leopard gecko because of this video and I love him so much Thank you Clint

  • @therealRuvalk
    @therealRuvalk 2 года назад

    Hello Clint, i just wanted to thank you for the super video and it made me decide to adopt my first one. Keep up the good work :D

  • @banknotes3418
    @banknotes3418 4 года назад +9

    Mine god damn jumped off my hand and went behind my set of draws yesterday. My Mum found him by removing the bottom draw.

  • @dragongamerboi13
    @dragongamerboi13 4 года назад +8

    They r like little puppy dragons and I must have one!!!!

  • @Bones4597
    @Bones4597 Год назад +1

    I would like to add that the red heat lamp are not a good source of heat for leos, as leos are sensitive to red lights if im not mistaken.

  • @eweeb4937
    @eweeb4937 4 года назад

    Thank you clint. Planning on getting my first reptile, hopefully when i get past the beginner stage i can do reptile keeping/breeding as a hobby

  • @wellmadebread7878
    @wellmadebread7878 6 лет назад +5

    Really well made and informational, overall 4.4

  • @slinkcrest1020
    @slinkcrest1020 6 лет назад +9

    Great video! ;)
    Please could you make one on the crested gecko?
    Thx

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +3

      Alright, I will! Here it is:
      ruclips.net/video/KwWzQMkEmP4/видео.html

    • @slinkcrest1020
      @slinkcrest1020 6 лет назад +2

      Clint's Reptiles Thanks soooooooooooo much

    • @Zuxeh
      @Zuxeh 6 лет назад

      lol

    • @efris6599
      @efris6599 6 лет назад

      Darth Vader he already has one

    • @commiecandidate910
      @commiecandidate910 6 лет назад +1

      Ummmmm, Darth Vader he has made one

  • @xakariii
    @xakariii 6 лет назад

    I really like your enthusiasm

  • @SammedWitch
    @SammedWitch 10 месяцев назад

    i just adopted a leo from a rescue and she's starting to warm up to me, she likes coming up to the glass and looking at me

  • @coreycake4602
    @coreycake4602 3 месяца назад +3

    great video with lots of info and advise. i got my daughter one for her 6th birthday last december. that said, i have been watching a lot of content on them, and this is the first time i heard someone mention you should spray them with mist.

    • @Mango_the_gecko
      @Mango_the_gecko 3 месяца назад +1

      Oh your poor baby😢 please do more research next time❤

    • @coreycake4602
      @coreycake4602 3 месяца назад +2

      @@Mango_the_gecko he is fine. they dont need to be sprayed or treated like children.

    • @Mango_the_gecko
      @Mango_the_gecko 3 месяца назад +1

      @@coreycake4602 yes they need to be sprayed to maintain proper humidity to help with shedding and staying hydrated ☺️

    • @coreycake4602
      @coreycake4602 3 месяца назад +1

      @@Mango_the_gecko he as already shed 4 times since dec 15 and gets in the large water bowl to splash around almost every day

    • @Mango_the_gecko
      @Mango_the_gecko 3 месяца назад +1

      @@coreycake4602 you need to post that! It must be so cute!🥰

  • @Welp__
    @Welp__ 6 лет назад +32

    SO GREAT!!!
    if i haven't said it before, i will say it a thousand times now.
    I LOVE UR VIDS
    btw i am torn between a bearded dragon and a leapord geako(i have bad spelling)

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +4

      A thousand times, thank you! I hope these videos help with that decision :)

    • @ArtaherDuron
      @ArtaherDuron 5 лет назад +2

      Thaddeus Flare Tigerheart So that comment was 10 months ago - What did you get a Leo or Dragon?

    • @plutoadsaturnspeil4186
      @plutoadsaturnspeil4186 5 лет назад

      Thaddeus Flare Tigerheart leopard gecko all the way❤️❤️

    • @SpiritofPoison
      @SpiritofPoison 5 лет назад

      Go straight for ackie monitors! They’re the greatest little guys a man can have!

  • @timdrakethedemocraticsocia4601
    @timdrakethedemocraticsocia4601 3 года назад

    I love my leopard gecko, my blue tegu and my red tegu with all of my heart this video inspired me this year to get those three reptiles! I love you Clint Laidlaw.

  • @DapDeeDap
    @DapDeeDap 2 года назад +1

    I wanna say a huge thank you to this guy. I recently got my gecko, Sienna is a very happy girl with a great personality. Clint has helped me out massively with both the decision and the care methods. Thanks Clint!
    (P.S) she’s my first reptile!

  • @mall3328
    @mall3328 6 лет назад +5

    Would your rating towards Leopard Gecko be the same for African Fat Tail Geckos? I know the details that are different, I am not sure about their temperaments though.

    • @Zuxeh
      @Zuxeh 6 лет назад +1

      African Fat Tailed Geckos are actually even calmer than Leo's. Even my hatchlings are all very gentle and slow to attempt to flee. Care, like you mentioned, is different however.

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад +4

      Sounds like you know some of the differences. In some ways they will score higher, but they are harder to find. We probably will get to them in the future :)

  • @efris6599
    @efris6599 6 лет назад +5

    I don't think u need me to tell you that your vids are awesome!

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад

      Well it doesn't hurt a thing! Thank you so much :)

  • @sebastianw614
    @sebastianw614 6 лет назад

    Love the channel i hope it keeps growing

  • @memoriesfade3968
    @memoriesfade3968 3 года назад +1

    I’ve got one of these little beans. These are so worth keeping.

  • @Lad3351
    @Lad3351 4 года назад +13

    Me:Mom can we have a leopard gecko?
    Mom:Hmmm...
    Me:PweEeEeez
    Clint:Somehow comes in- GiVE HeR A LiZaRd

    • @Lad3351
      @Lad3351 4 года назад +1

      Btw I AM gonna get a lizard soo. Thx for ya advice!

  • @sarahwilliams2191
    @sarahwilliams2191 4 года назад +4

    Just got my first leopard gecko and I already love him so much! I cant wait for him to warm up to me more and get used to handling more. Love your videos!

  • @themrsaint18
    @themrsaint18 3 года назад +1

    I am hopefully getting a leopard gecko soon as I saw your video on and fell in love with them!!!!!

  • @richieallan69
    @richieallan69 3 года назад

    I got my leopard gecko about a month ago, best choice I could have ever made. Thank you for helping me find the right little guy for me

  • @marie3926
    @marie3926 6 лет назад +5

    My favorite breed of leopard gecko is "Tangerine w/carrot tail" they are really unique animals 🐍🐢🐸🐉🐊 love ya leopards !!!!!!!

    • @ClintsReptiles
      @ClintsReptiles  6 лет назад

      Those are amazing!

    • @zombei_kid
      @zombei_kid 6 лет назад

      I have a tangerine tail! I love her so much

    • @zombei_kid
      @zombei_kid 6 лет назад

      Carrot tail opps. She's a super hypo so not quite as orange but it makes her tail stand out more

  • @dragonmon4865
    @dragonmon4865 5 лет назад +6

    Love my leopard gecko she’s my baby her name is delta I love her so much ❤️🦎

  • @CallMeStaff171
    @CallMeStaff171 25 дней назад

    I would like to thank you Clint for helping me get my Leopard Gecko, I had lots of fun with him but sadly he passed a couple weeks back. Hopefully one of your other handy, well put together videos can make me decide on another stinking rad lizard! Keep doing what your doing!

  • @bmanz8117
    @bmanz8117 4 года назад +2

    Just picked one up at the expo Saturday. She's awesome. It took a while to pick her out. There were several plus tables that had many for sale. Lots to choose from. I ended up with a beautiful 3 month old female. Morph is a Mack Bold Temper line. The price was very good to. I couldn't go wrong for 50 bucks.