Common name: Snow Leopard Gecko
Scientific name: Eublepharis macularius
Origin of species: Afghanistan, Pakistan, northwestern India, Iran (dry rocky deserts & grasslands)
Size: 7–10 inches (adult)
Weight: 45–70 g
Lifespan: 15–20+ years in captivity
There are actually two main “Snow” morphs in leopard geckos:
Mack Snow (co-dominant)
Babies hatch white and black (instead of yellow and black like normals).
As they mature, many develop light yellow, but still retain cooler, muted tones.
“Super Snow” (homozygous) geckos are mostly white with bold black striping/spots and often have solid black eyes.
Giant Linebred Snow (polygenic/line-bred)
Selectively bred for paler, whitish-gray coloring.
Tends to keep more white into adulthood compared to Mack Snows.
Both morphs are collectively called Snow Leopard Geckos because of their frosty, cooler-toned appearance.
Personality: Docile, calm, and very manageable like most leopard geckos
Handling: Easy to tame with gentle, consistent interaction
Behavior: Ground-dwelling, crepuscular (most active dawn/dusk), prefers multiple hides
Enclosure: 20-gallon long minimum for an adult (larger for groups or enrichment)
Substrate: Reptile carpet, slate tile, paper towel, or packed soil mix (avoid loose sand with young geckos)
Temperature:
Warm side (belly heat): 88–92°F
Cool side: 75–80°F
Night: ~70–75°F
Humidity: 30–40% with a humid hide for shedding
Lighting: Not UVB-dependent but low-level UVB is beneficial long-term
Hides: At least 3 (warm, cool, humid)
Type: Insectivore
Staple foods: Dubia roaches, crickets, black soldier fly larvae
Occasional treats: Mealworms, hornworms, silkworms, waxworms (in moderation)
Supplements:
Calcium with D3 (every feeding for juveniles; every other for adults)
Multivitamins (weekly)
Feeding schedule:
Juveniles: daily
Adults: every 2–3 days
