Your pet gecko might make you sick, a new study suggests. Researchers analyzed fecal samples from Indonesian tokay geckos -- an imported species popular as pets in the United States. They found ...

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Gargoyle geckos are native to New Caledonia, a French territory east of Australia. They're small, often colorful lizards that are easy to care for and have become more popular to keep as pets. Keep ...

Joseph Ferlise, 11, poses with his pet leopard gecko Jay at his home in Baltimore. The low-maintenance leopard gecko can make a good first reptile pet. If you’re a kid who likes reptiles, life can be ...

Not all pets have to be furry friends! In Monday's Pet Talk we learned about crested geckos and how they are great for anyone looking for a low maintenance pet. These geckos have tiny projections over ...

Many new reptile owners start with geckos because they’re cute, small, and usually easy to care for. However, not every gecko species is appropriate for inexperienced keepers. For example, the popular ...

Geckos are one of the most common reptiles on the planet. There are nearly 2,000 species of gecko in seven distinct gecko families. This makes geckos one of the most diverse reptile clades. You can ...

Sir Gecko, a 3-year-old crested gecko, is the Refsland family pet. Read more about him here. Breed: Crested gecko Age: 3 years old Advertisement Article continues below this ad Owner's name: Carlaine ...

Aside from the furry critters you see during your pet store visit, such as cats, dogs, rabbits, hamsters, and guinea pigs, reptiles are a popular choice to have as a pet. One of the most popular pet ...

An incredible new species of gecko has been discovered by researchers in the Cambodian hills. The Kamping Poi bent‑toed gecko is aptly named for its oddly formed toes that curve slightly, helping it ...