DO NOT GET A LEOPARD GECKO | Get These Lizards Instead!

Leopard Geckos are some of the most common pets in the world! But are these lizards right for you? Here is why Leopard Geckos aren't the best pet reptile for some people and three options that might be better pets for you!

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Do you own a Leopard Gecko? It seems that these little lizards are some of the most popular reptiles in the entire pet hobby! But are Leopard Geckos the best pet lizard for you? Well they do like it hot, they like it dry and this might be an issue with some keepers. There are some great Leopard Gecko alternatives out there. For example if you would like a more arboreal setup to house a lizard with a bit more humidity but is a similar size and just as easy to care for maybe a Crested Gecko is the best reptile for you. Perhaps you like terrestrial geckos but want an animal that is kept a bit cooler in temperature and more humid? Well a Chinese Cave Gecko might be your best bet in that case! Maybe the Leopard Gecko size is the sticking point and you want a larger reptile as a pet? In that case maybe a Bearded Dragon would be better. Beardies are less fragile, are kept at a bit hotter temps in larger enclosures but make amazing pets! These large lizards do not drop their tails making them easier to handle and a bit safer for kids to handle too. Maybe you want an herbivore lizard? In that case we've got some great salad muncher options. Uromastyx are a great option that only eat plants and seeds. Also Chuckwallas are great, desert dwelling lizards that love it hot and love their salads. Leopard geckos are awesome but there are so many other options!

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[cravensravens]

My dad is always complaining about how he doesn't understand why I enjoy my leopard gecko because she's a pet that you "watch" over a "cuddly" type pet, but I don't get how he doesn't see her charm. That smile with her eyes closed when you scratch her in just the right spot, the way she goes right to her bowl at night and stares at where I sit across from her tank until I feed her, the little creaky noise she makes when someone else is holding her and she wants to come back to me. She's precious and to me it's like having a tiny dinosaur, which was always a childhood dream

[caseysilva]

I have to agree that Leopard Geckos are amazing! Mine are super shy, but still enjoy and love them. Watching them eat is the best part.

[ariannalat]

You know with how commonly ball pythons, bearded dragons and leopard geckos are kept as 1st time reptiles, it almost feels like choosing a Pokémon starter 😂

[hydrone-gamez]

As a leopard gecko owner I confirm that they're very good at being cute

[sine-spike]

I got my leo, Soul, from a friend of mine. Apparently, she was always the most active when I was around; even when she was at his place, I was one of the only people whose hand she would climb onto. It’s so fun watching her explore her area, whether that be her habitat, my room, or the lanai table. Soul’s easily the best thing to come out of this year.

[gek]

My gecko watching this with me: you talkin trash about me?

[Rockdog]

Personally new to Leo's. Using arcadia earth mix arid with custodians. Everything is so far so good, I'm not worried about impaction at all.

[rickcroney]

Leopard Geckos are awesome, we enjoy our guy Batman. I did notice one of our other reptiles, Decker as an alternative 😉 Great video

[jellyturtleyearsago]

Adam must confuse a lot of people. “Beardies are my favorite” to “beardies kinda suck” and “I love leopard geckos” to “leopard geckos kinda suck”

[WolfGirlCasey]

not gonna lie, when i first started researching reptiles to pick what my first pet herp would be, i was REALLY OPPOSED to getting a leo. Wasn't a fan of insectivores, wasn't a fan of ground dwellers, wasn't a fan of the looks. But I'm only 3 years and 4 cresties into keeping herps and I've already done a 180 and want a leo now lol, especially now that I've got a nice mealworm colony and dubia colony going. working on a waxworm one, too. Spoiling lizards is an addictive hobby and cresties n' leos are gateway drugs lmao

[snakesonaframe]

I love my leopard geckos, but I do agree they’re not the most interesting compared to a lot of other reptiles, and they’re one of the most common species surrendered to the reptile rescue I work with (the other two are beardies and ball pythons). I think because people get them because they’re cheap and then get bored with them.

[Mindofteagan]

I like how my take-away from this was, “Mindless Self Indulgence reference for the win.” 🤣

Jokes aside, your passion for these fascinating creatures shows! Always a wonderful video. ☺️

[rachelhobbs]

My daughter loves her leopard gecko celia she adores her and wont give her up she thinks her gecko is the best reptile she has ever had

[rachelkunz]

I absolutely love my Leo's! Never had one lose a tail. I see so many people who keep them wrong. It's truly easy to keep them as long as ppl do their research! All 12 of my Leo's never had shedding issues, and are super healthy and happy! All my little buddies 😁 Most of my Leo's are outgoing and love to be held or sit on my shoulder.

[aronoiiel]

Haha this was fun! And I appreciate the mention of the overwhelming info and debates on herps especialky for newbies. That is one of my biggest issues being new :/

[sophiejenner]

Thank you for this video I'm desperate to get a gecko I'm obsessed and these videos are so helpful. Loove how chill littlefoot was during this video

[Textile_Courtesan]

I've been pet sitting my friend's leo and they left me a bunch of superworms. I ran out of the worms and ended up substituting crickets that I feed to my inverts. I was so enthralled with watching the little dude because he did the tail wiggle and chased down the crickets. I think I prefer my crested geckos and beardie overall but I've enjoyed my time pet sitting.

[sheridangarris]

I had a leopard gecko and he was the bestest boy! I loved seeing him wag his tail when he was excited or eating. He had sneezed one time and it was so cute

[sarahhelmer]

Should do top 5 for both 20 gallon terrestrial tank and top 5 arboreal tank animals, think a lot of people would benefit from knowing what they can put best in a typical vertical or horizontal tank

[joranwa]

Bearded dragon is my favorite pet reptile. My Beardie is so lovely and has a strong personality. My leopard gecko is just dumb and weird, but cute.