In the wild, Leopard Geckos are rarely found in groups, unless they are using the same resources such as caves. I also do not recommend keeping multiple females together. When housing Leopard Geckos, please DO NOT house a MALE with a FEMALE or house TWO MALES together. This should all be taken into consideration when building your gecko's enclosure. It is important to provide ample floor space since they are a terrestrial species of gecko. Please note that Leopard Geckos prefer to be secluded and hide in small crevices to feel safe. If you are unable to find a front opening terrarium, a standard tank with a screen top would work great as well. For a front opening enclosure, I would recommend an Exo Terra (24 x 18 x 12), Zilla (30 x12 x 16), or a Younger geckos could be housed in slightly smaller habitats and upgraded as needed if they are having difficulty finding their food. If possible, I recommend purchasing a front opening terrarium for the reasons that it's easier to clean and will give you better access to your gecko. One Leopard Gecko can easily be kept in a 15 to 20-gallon long enclosure. I do not recommend going any larger than 20 gallons, as it can cause many issues such as stress if the parameters are perfect. A baby gecko that you buy today could easily live 15 to 20 years, although even longer lifespans are not unheard of! Leopard Geckos are well known for being long-lived. Adults range in total length from 8 to 10 inches (with the exception of giants and supergiants), with males being heavier bodied and bulkier than females. Baby leopard geckos are just over 2 inches when they hatch but grow rapidly, reaching sexual maturity at 9 to 12 months of age.
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