Common name: WY Albino Leopard Gecko
Scientific name: Eublepharis macularius
Origin of species: Afghanistan, Pakistan, northwestern India, Iran (rocky, semi-arid deserts)
Size: 7–10 inches (adult)
Weight: 45–70 g
Lifespan: 15–20+ years in captivity
WY (White & Yellow): A dominant trait discovered in Europe that changes pattern and coloration. WY geckos usually have:
High contrast patterning
Cleaner body color (yellow/white tones stand out more)
Reduced spotting and bolder head markings
Albino: Leopard geckos have 3 main albino strains (not interchangeable):
Tremper Albino (light eyes, brown patterning, golden tones)
Bell Albino (pinkish eyes, high contrast, often lavender tones)
Rainwater Albino (smaller, paler, with subtle patterning)
A WY Albino is a leopard gecko carrying the White & Yellow trait plus one of the albino strains.
This results in a bright, clean-colored gecko with reduced melanin, striking contrast, and often unique lavender or pastel hues.
Exact appearance depends on whether it’s WY Tremper, WY Bell, or WY Rainwater.
Personality: Docile, calm, and usually very handleable
Handling: Easy to tame, though some WYs are noted to be a bit more active/alert than standard morphs
Behavior: Crepuscular (most active dawn/dusk), ground-dwelling, enjoys multiple hides
Enclosure: 20-gallon long tank minimum for one adult; larger for breeding or groups
Substrate: Slate tile, reptile carpet, paper towel, or packed soil mix (avoid loose sand for juveniles)
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 improves health long-term
Hides: At least 3 (warm, cool, moist)
Type: Insectivore
Staple foods: Dubia roaches, crickets, black soldier fly larvae
Occasional treats: Mealworms, hornworms, silkworms, waxworms (fatty)
Supplements:
Calcium with D3 (every feeding for juveniles; every other for adults)
Multivitamins (weekly)
Feeding schedule:
Juveniles: daily
Adults: every 2–3 days
