Advanced Vivarium Systems Ser.: The Leopard Gecko Manual : Includes African Fat-Tailed Geckos by Roger Klingenberg, Philipe de Vosjoli, Ron Tremper and Brian Viets (2003, Trade Paperback)
Product Information
Considered by author Philippe de Vosjoli as "the first domesticated species of lizard," the leopard gecko has fast become "the reptilian version of the parakeet or goldfish." Leopard Geckos takes a close look at the characteristics of this species that have made these attractive lizards so amazingly popular in the pet world. As a hardy, easy care, and potentially long-lived lizard, the leopard gecko is the perfect size, attractive in its velvety skin, and fairly easy to breed. The subject of breeding geckos is covered in multiple chapters in this book led by author and herp expert de Vosjoli, who is joined by gecko specialists Dr. Roger Klingenberg, Ron Tremper, and Dr. Brian Viets, who each contribute special chapters to this up-to-date and authoritative guide. Colorfully illustrated, Leopard Geckos provides excellent general guidelines for keepers who wish to add a gecko to their vivarium and maintain their pet in excellent health and condition. The authors provide an introduction to gecko characteristics including distribution, size, longevity, and growth rate, to help beginners better understand the anatomy and behavior of these fascinating lizards. This Advanced Vivarium Systems title includes information about selecting a healthy leopard gecko, handling, housing needs, water and feeding requirements, and shedding and tail loss. Dr. Klingenberg provides the chapter "The Recognition and Treatment of Disease," which covers specific disorders keepers should be aware of. De Vosjoli begins the discussion on breeding leopard geckos, and then is joined by Dr. Viets for a chapter on "Incubation Temperature and Hatchling Sex and Pigmentation." Tremper's chapter on "Color and Pattern Variations" focuses on the genetic aspects of breeding leopard geckos. The book also discusses the African fat-tailed gecko plus other eublepharids, including the African clawed gecko, Japanese leopard gecko, Malaysian cat gecko, and the Central American banded gecko.
Product Identifiers
- Publisher
- Fox Chapel Publishing Company, Incorporated
- ISBN-10
- 1882770625
- ISBN-13
- 9781882770625
- eBay Product ID (ePID)
- 2887444
Product Key Features
- Book Title
- Leopard Gecko Manual : Includes African Fat-Tailed Geckos
- Author
- Brian Viets, Ron Tremper, Roger Klingenberg, Philipe De Vosjoli
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Topic
- Animals / Big Cats, Reptiles, Amphibians & Terrariums
- Publication Year
- 2003
- Genre
- Nature, Pets
- Number of Pages
- 94 Pages
Dimensions
- Item Length
- 8.6in.
- Item Height
- 0.2in.
- Item Width
- 5.6in.
- Weight
- 6.6 Oz
- Item Weight
- 6.6 Oz
Additional Product Features
- Lc Classification Number
- Sf459.G35
- Publication Date
- 2003-03-01
- Copyright Date
- 2004
- Target Audience
- Trade
- Lccn
- 96-183295
- Dewey Decimal
- 639.3/952
- Series
- Advanced Vivarium Systems Ser.
- Dewey Edition
- 22
- Illustrated
- Yes