Leopard Gecko: Your Happy Healthy Pet
Chapter One
What is a
Gecko?
Geckos are lizards. When it comes to diversity, lizards are the most successful
of the reptiles-nearly 4,000 species have been described.
The family of lizards to which the Leopard gecko belongs is known as the
Gekkonidae. This incredibly diverse and successful group of lizards contains
more than 800 species, with new ones being described by scientists each year. It's
a complicated family with many interesting twists and turns. The level of diversity
in this one branch of lizards is so complex and specialized that it can inspire
and dazzle. This complexity makes geckos very exciting to study and to keep as
pets.
Geckos live in many types of habitats around the world, ranging from searing,
dry deserts to lush, cool mountain forests. There are many different types of
geckos. The most exciting thing about geckos is their diversity. Some ... read full excerpt from Leopard Gecko: Your Happy Healthy Pet ebook
