How often do Leopard Geckos shed their skin ?
Leopard geckos go through regular periods of shedding which is also known as ecydsis. These geckos will shed their entire body all at once and not in individual pieces. Geckos should have some type of a rough surface in their enclosure to assist with the shedding process (avoid porous rocks through such as lava). As the gecko goes through the shed cycle, the skin will become dull and take on a milky hue. The old skin will eventually start to peel off with a little bit of help from the gecko. Most geckos will then eat the shed skin (dermatophagy). Once the gecko has shed, its colours are vibrant and bright once again. The rate of shedding will depend on: – Age of the gecko. – Reproductive status. – Rate of growth. – Parasites. – Environmental factors. – Hormones. – Nutritional factors.
