Adoption Details For Wylie!
Name:
Wylie
Animal Id:
13540
Date Created:
11/5/2024 9:34:43 PM
Age:
6 Year(s) 1 Month(s) Old
Type:
Lizard
Gender:
Female
Primary Breed:
Leopard Gecko
Spayed / Neutered:
No
Secondary Breed:
Microchip:
Primary Color:
Cream
Markings:
Secondary Color:
Pattern:
Weight:
Hi, my name is Wylie. I am available for adoption, and my bio is on its way. In the meantime, if you’d like to find out more about me now or make me part of your family, please click the Adoption Application button below — I can’t wait to meet you! 👻🎃
✨ PLEASE NOTE:
1️⃣🎃 We can only accept applications from interested parties who are in or near San Diego County, California at this time.
2️⃣💀 We do not ship reptiles 🚫✈️ but may be willing to work with you if you’re able to travel 🚗.
3️⃣🕸️ #2 will depend on the animal you’re applying for and is at the discretion of the board of directors.
Quick Reference Guide
Animal Type
Lizard
Breed
Leopard Gecko
Introduction
Leopard geckos are a crepuscular, ground-dwelling lizard native to semi-desert and arid grassland areas of Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Nepal. They are 7-10″ (17-25 cm) long, with females generally being smaller. In captivity leopard geckos are known to live long lives: 15-20 years on average.
Difficulty
Beginner
Difficulty Notes
Basking Temp
94-97
Ambient Temp
90-92
Lowest Temp
70-77
Temp Notes
Diet
Insectivore
Diet Notes
UVA Intensity
Desert
UVB Intensity
Low/Occasional
Ferguson Zone
1
Lighting Notes
A typical leopard gecko does best with a fergusson zone of 0.5 – 1.5 however albinos should be limited to 0.5 – 0.7.
Enclosure Size
Medium Terrestrial
Enclosure Notes
A low flat enclosure with lots of ground space to roam is best. Enclosures of 36" wide by 18 inches deep and 12 inces high are a good a readily availalbe starting size.
Substrate
Sand/Soil Mix
Substrate Notes
Dry substrates that wont hold on to too much humidity is preferred. never use calcium sand or any sand that has dyes.
Humidity
Low (0-30%)
Humidity Notes
Leopard geckos should have an ambient hunmidity of 30-40% but also access to a humid hide of 70-80% so that they can self regulate. This is especially important to promote good shedding.
Animal Reference Material:
| Category | Title | AnimalType | Breed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Care | *SBRSC Leopard Gecko Information Guide for Adoption | Lizard | Leopard Gecko | |
| Animal Care | Leopard Gecko Care: Housing, Feeding and Handling | Lizard | Leopard Gecko | |
| Animal Care | Lizard UVB Lighting: What you need to know! | Lizard | ||
| Blog | [VIDEO] Is a Leopard Gecko right for me? | Lizard | Leopard Gecko | |
| Blog | Custom Large Lizard Enclosure Considerations | Lizard |