There are thousands of species of reptiles, but only a few are normally seen. Even fewer make cute and fun pets, but crested geckos are a great beginner-level choice for a pet reptile. With proper ...

I first considered keeping a gecko around seven years ago. The species is called the Crested Gecko, and unlike other reptiles that require insect-based diets, it can thrive solely on specialized feed.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. The crested gecko's current popularity in the pet trade ...

I want to share with you a somewhat unconventional story about how I got to know about crested geckos. My story starts in early 2011 with my wife and myself wanting a pet but struggling as she is ...