low end leopard gecko morphs?

[halfwaynowhere]

So I'm really wanting to get into geckos lately. I'm keeping my options open with the type of gecko I want, but leo's seem like a good beginner gecko, and easy enough to breed. I just really don't like the normal patterning. I don't have a whole lot of money to spend, but want something a bit fancier than normal or regular albino. Are there any morphs that are in the same general price range as normals/albinos? I'm not about to invest a ton of money in high end leos until I know that I enjoy keeping them, but at the same time, I want to start off with animals that I actually like.

I'm also considering other species of terrestrial geckos that have similar care requirements, but are still within my price range.

 

[Boanerges]

http://www.crestedgecko.com/ They have a sale right now of buy one get one free leo's!!!

 

[froggyman]

I'm also considering other species of terrestrial geckos that have similar care requirements, but are still within my price range.

Viper Geckos,Fat tailed Geckos and frog-eye Geckos are all similar in care and price

 

[rollinkansas]

Why not get a gecko you like the normal colors of? While morphs are entertaining, there are so many species out there that Im sure will have the colors you like and are also easy to keep/breed.

 

[Warren Bautista]

I llike the Tremper. I bought a subadult male for $70.

http://www.reptilianobsession.com/Adult Leopard Geckos/SunBeam.jpg

 

[Crusaderwithgat]

Try alex hues reptiles. They have a decent variety and good prices. Google it.

Jim

 

[gecko_keeper/KBfauna]

Cresteds, Fat Tails, and Leos sre 3 of the best. They are all very hardy and friendly. I prefer Fat Tails over the Leos because they are a bit more calm.

 

[halfwaynowhere]

I recently discovered that I'm allergic to the repashy crested gecko diet, and since its nutritionally complete, I wouldn't want to use anything else with cresteds. As much as I love them, I'm gonna let my sister stick with cresteds, and find something else for myself... I'll look into fat tails, though. Still not a big fan of their coloring, but they look more natural and less funny than normal leos do...

 

[davidbarber1]

I'm thinking about breeding Coleonyx variegatus (Western Banded Geckos) this season as there are more than enough out here. I have seen at least 5-10 different patterns on them, some quite gorgeous. They usually have shades of yellow, tan, and brown patterns, but I have seen some with lavender and purple coloring. As soon as Spring gets here and I get my new camera, I will post pics.

David

 

[halfwaynowhere]

those are cute! They look like leopard geckos, but are stripier! I love how baby leos look with the bands, but as they mature, those bands turn into spots, and I don't like that look... Plus I'm really into the idea of keeping native species.
are those readily available in the pet trade?

 

[davidbarber1]

You would have to check around. I am sure they are out there, but I have not actually checked around. Then again, I don't have to. I have my own supply Most people want to own long-lived specimens so there is probably not a large market for these guys.

David

 

[rollinkansas]

are those readily available in the pet trade?

They are pretty common so it should be no problem finding them.