Common name: Hypo Leopard Gecko (Hypo = “Hypomelanistic”)
Scientific name: Eublepharis macularius
Origin of species: Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Iran (arid rocky regions)
Size: 7–10 inches (average adult)
Weight: 45–70 g (females lighter, males heavier)
Lifespan: 15–20 years in captivity
Hypomelanistic = reduced black pigment.
A Hypo Leopard Gecko has fewer than 10 black body spots (excluding the tail and head).
If it has no black spots at all, it’s called a Super Hypo.
Can appear yellow to tangerine-orange, with cleaner, brighter coloration than normal morphs.
Personality: Docile, calm, easy to handle — one of the most beginner-friendly reptiles
Handling: Tolerates regular gentle handling once acclimated
Behavior: Ground-dwelling, crepuscular (active at dawn and dusk), enjoys hiding and exploring at night
Enclosure: 20-gallon long tank minimum for one adult; bigger is better
Substrate: Paper towel, reptile carpet, tile, or packed soil mix (avoid loose sand for young geckos — risk of impaction)
Temperature:
Warm side: 88–92°F (belly heat preferred via heat mat)
Cool side: 75–80°F
Night: ~70–75°F
Humidity: Low (30–40%), but provide a humid hide with damp moss for shedding
Lighting: Not UVB-dependent but low UVB can improve health long-term
Type: Insectivore
Staple foods: Crickets, dubia roaches, black soldier fly larvae
Treats: Mealworms, hornworms, silkworms, waxworms (fatty, occasional only)
Supplements: Calcium + D3 dusting, multivitamins weekly
Feeding frequency:
Juveniles: daily
Adults: every 2–3 days
