Mourning Gecko (Lepidodactylus lugubris) known as smooth-scaled gecko are among the most widely distributed reptiles in the world. Mourning geckos are TINY — just 3.5” to 4” (8.5-10 cm) long, half of that length being a cute, knobby tail used for fat storage. They can live for as long as 10 years. Mourning geckos are known for a very special characteristic: the entire species is female! How can this be? Parthenogenesis. Parthenogenesis is a type of asexual reproduction, which means they don’t need males to reproduce. Offspring, then, are essentially clones of their mothers. This adaptation is likely one of the reasons why mourning geckos have such a large native range. They can make fun, easy-to-maintain pets.
Aritonnic offers many Mourning Geckos. We are proud to offer the widest selection of captive bred, healthy and vibrant reptiles. Our animals for sale come exactly as they are pictured below. We also provide educational information about Mourning Gecko Care. If you have any questions about care or our shipping procedure, feel free to Contact Us.