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Did your female leopard gecko lay fertilized eggs? This page is a quick guide on what to do and how to raise hatchlings.
***For information on pregnant geckos and the laying process please visit the health page***
***For more information on incubating eggs, visit the eggs page***
What Are Hatchlings?
What Are Hatchlings?
Hatchlings are baby leopard geckos who have just hatched from their eggs. They are considered hatchlings from day one to 2 months.
Behavior
Behavior
Hatchlings are completely new to this world and running purely off of instinct. Because of this, they tend to be very defensive and see you as a predator. Common behaviors are screeching, lunging, biting, and hissing.
Size
Size
Leopard gecko hatchlings tend to be about 2in (5cm) long. By 2 months, they can reach about 3 inches (8cm) in length.
Enclosure
Enclosure
Because they are so tiny, hatchlings can be kept in much smaller enclosures than juveniles or adults. While the minimum for juveniles is 20gal and the minimum for adults is 40gal, the minimum for hatchlings is a floorspace of about 10x8in (25x20cm). Many people like to use just small plastic containers and add ventilation.
Paper towels or newspaper as substrate
At least 2+ hides (1+ humid)
Small water dish and calcium dish
80-90F (27-32C)
45-65% humidity
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