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Dave
04-08-2009, 08:52 PM
Quick question, at what size are Leopard Geckos ready to breed? They weigh:


Male-51 grams
Female 1-47 grams
Female 2-41 grams


Will they be ready for next year?

Thanks and cheers!

norsmis
04-08-2009, 08:58 PM
I like to get them to at least 45 - 50 grams and about a year old.

Ga_herps
04-09-2009, 11:39 AM
I have had females breed as low as 40 but the extra five on top of that is what I shoot for. They could be ready in as little as 2 months if they go on a little weight gaining regimen. Don't over due the whole process though. If they will feed on small mice pinks then give them one every other week for 2 months, and increase the amount of mealies or crickets you give them just slightly. They should gain 5 grams in a little faster time frame.

Sidviciouser
04-09-2009, 04:33 PM
50 grams is the rule of thumb.

I think it's worth waiting for 50 grams. You will likely get more eggs out of them that way. I think their body is busy trying to grow and grow eggs otherwise.

Varanus99
04-09-2009, 06:20 PM
45-50 is what I look for.

As Ga_Herps already mentioned feed them well and you should be ready pretty soon.