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  What exactly is a leopard gecko anyways?
  Size and Life Expectancy
 
  • Unlike other gecko species, leopard geckos can actually live a long time.  Under ideal captive conditions, leopard geckos can live up to and over 20 years, with males typically living longer than females.

  • Hatchling leopard geckos are approximately 3-3.5 inches in length and typically weigh around 3grams.

  • On average, adult leopard geckos are just over 8 inches in length and typically weigh around 45-60grams.  Of course, there are always exceptions to these rules (such as Dr. Gecko himself who is 12.5 inches and 121grams!).

  • Hatchling leopard geckos grow very quickly and can reach full adult size by 18 months of age!
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