Peanut came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on August 23, 2025, after their previous owner—who had gotten them from Facebook—realized they just didn’t have enough room to keep them. Now this adorable gecko is ready to find a forever home with plenty of space to roam, bask, and hunt! 💛
🔍 Leopard Gecko Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):
📏 Adult Size: 7–10 inches
📅 Lifespan: 15–20+ years
💤 Temperament: Calm, hardy, and easy to care for—perfect for beginners
🏠 Enclosure Size: Minimum 36”L x 18”W x 18”H
🌡️ Temps:
– Basking surface: 94–97°F
– Warm hide: 90–92°F
– Cool side: 70–77°F
💧 Humidity: 30–40% average; 70–80% in a humid hide for shedding
💡 Lighting: Low-level UVB (Arcadia ShadeDweller or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5) recommended
🛏️ Substrate: Soil/sand blend, tile, or paper towel—avoid loose dry sand
🌿 Décor: Hides on both warm & cool sides, rocks, and climbing décor for enrichment
🍽️ Diet: Insectivore
– Staples: Crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms, BSFL
– Treats: Hornworms, waxworms (in moderation)
– Dust feeders with calcium and multivitamins
Peanut is curious, bright-eyed, and ready for a fresh start in a loving home. Whether you’re new to reptiles or adding to your scaly family, this little gecko is sure to win your heart. 🦎💚
📲 Apply today to adopt Peanut:
👉 https://www.jraar.org/adoption
And don’t forget—Facebook supporters get early access to adoptable animals for just $0.99/month:
👉 https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/JRAquaticAnimalRescue/
Peanut came to J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue on August 23, 2025, after their previous owner—who had gotten them from Facebook—realized they just didn’t have enough room to keep them. Now this adorable gecko is ready to find a forever home with plenty of space to roam, bask, and hunt! 💛
🔍 Leopard Gecko Quick Care Info (from ReptiFiles):
📏 Adult Size: 7–10 inches
📅 Lifespan: 15–20+ years
💤 Temperament: Calm, hardy, and easy to care for—perfect for beginners
🏠 Enclosure Size: Minimum 36”L x 18”W x 18”H
🌡️ Temps:
– Basking surface: 94–97°F
– Warm hide: 90–92°F
– Cool side: 70–77°F
💧 Humidity: 30–40% average; 70–80% in a humid hide for shedding
💡 Lighting: Low-level UVB (Arcadia ShadeDweller or Zoo Med Reptisun 5.0 T5) recommended
🛏️ Substrate: Soil/sand blend, tile, or paper towel—avoid loose dry sand
🌿 Décor: Hides on both warm & cool sides, rocks, and climbing décor for enrichment
🍽️ Diet: Insectivore
– Staples: Crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms, BSFL
– Treats: Hornworms, waxworms (in moderation)
– Dust feeders with calcium and multivitamins
Peanut is curious, bright-eyed, and ready for a fresh start in a loving home. Whether you’re new to reptiles or adding to your scaly family, this little gecko is sure to win your heart. 🦎💚
📲 Apply today to adopt Peanut:
👉 https://www.jraar.org/adoption
And don’t forget—Facebook supporters get early access to adoptable animals for just $0.99/month:
👉 https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/JRAquaticAnimalRescue/
J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, founded in February 2020, is a compassionate organization dedicated to addressing the issue of unwanted exotic pets. Recognizing the potential harm of releasing such animals into the wild, the organization strives to provide responsible alternatives. Committed to the welfare of aquatic creatures, J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue focuses on finding suitable homes for surrendered pets. Through their efforts, they aim to not only ensure the well-being of individual animals but also contribute to broader conservation initiatives by preventing the introduction of non-native species into natural ecosystems. With a mission rooted in education and responsible pet ownership, J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue plays a vital role in fostering a harmonious coexistence between humans and aquatic life.
J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, founded in February 2020, is a compassionate organization dedicated to addressing the issue of unwanted exotic pets. Recognizing the potential harm of releasing such animals into the wild, the organization strives to provide responsible alternatives. Committed to the welfare of aquatic creatures, J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue focuses on finding suitable homes for surrendered pets. Through their efforts, they aim to not only ensure the well-being of individual animals but also contribute to broader conservation initiatives by preventing the introduction of non-native species into natural ecosystems. With a mission rooted in education and responsible pet ownership, J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue plays a vital role in fostering a harmonious coexistence between humans and aquatic life.
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