When adopting any new pet, it helps to know how large they will eventually become. This is especially true with reptiles. Many species of lizards, including leopard geckos, start out as very tiny ...

What Is a Leopard Gecko? A leopard gecko is a domestic lizard species small enough to fit in your hand, reaching 8 inches long and weighing 2 ounces by adulthood. They range in color but are typically ...

Aside from the furry critters you see during your pet store visit, such as cats, dogs, rabbits, hamsters, and guinea pigs, reptiles are a popular choice to have as a pet. One of the most popular pet ...

This column is part of a series where Verge staffers post highly subjective reviews of animals. Up until now, we’ve written about animals without telling you whether they suck or rule. We are now ...

The leopard gecko's name was Mr. Frosty, and he was hard to miss. Yellow bands striped his back, and uncommonly white skin peeked out from speckles on his head and tail. "It's this really striking ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Mr. Frosty isn’t a snowman or a company that sells slushies, but a ...

Edmonton's animal protection unit rescued a leopard gecko, tarantula, two cats, and 83 snakes from an Edmonton home on Aug. 20, 2025. (Credit: supplied) Edmonton’s animal protection unit rescued 83 ...

In a rare gecko color variety known as Lemon Frost, scientists have traced an unusual coloring and tendency to form tumors to a gene linked to human melanoma. The leopard gecko's name was Mr. Frosty, ...