Matthew

I've been keeping odd pets since I was 14, keeping and breeding a variety of species from viper geckos to poison dart frogs. Now living in Georgia, working in online advertising.

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    12 Gecko Mutations

    Geckos are bred in huge numbers in captivity. Breeding in high numbers in any animal will create genetic oddities. This post showcases shocking, amazing, and some scary gecko mutations that we’ve found across the web.

    Please be warned: some of these photos are graphic and may offend some people. If you feel like this may not be the right post for you please go back to the homepage and check out some of our other blog posts. None of these photoshopped to the best of our knowledge! More

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    Recent study on Tokay Geckos and Salmonella

    There was a recent study posted on Scientific American’s 60-Second Science blog titled Of Pathogens and Pets: Tokay Gecko Harbors 10 Types of Salmonella. This article explains research that has been conducted with 150 tokay geckos, finding that 60% tested positive for carrying Salmonella.

    It seems that people are focused against reptiles lately. With the U.S. government pushing down to take away reptile keeper’s rights and studies being published such as this, the question must be asked: Is there a connection between the increase in anti-reptile articles and the prevalence of anti-reptile legislation in the United States? More

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    Interview with Pat Kline of Luxurious Leopards

    Gecko Time is pleased to present an interview with Pat Kline of Luxurious Leopards.

    Pat has been breeding leopard geckos through his company, Luxurious Leopards, for the past 10 years. More recently, he has expanded into breeding African fat tail geckos and is part of the new wave of breeders who are producing fascinating fat tail morphs. More

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    Update: Our Summer Plans

    It’s summer time! Even though it has been cold here in Georgia for the past few days, due to what I’ve been told is a Blackberry Winter, school is coming to an end and the pools are preparing to open! Gecko Time is sticking it out with you this summer and will continue to bring you fresh, quality content about the reptiles we all love, GECKOS! More

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    Leopard Geckos and why breeders like them

    Leopard geckos are a very popular gecko in the reptile market. It is hard to find a reptile show or pet store that does not offer them. They are easy to care for and come in many exciting color morphs. We asked breeders this one question. What makes keeping leopard geckos special to you? They answered with the following: More

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    Interview with Matthew Parks of Pangea Reptile LLC

    We are pleased to present an interview with a world class breeder of crested geckos, Matthew Parks of Pangea Reptile. Matthew discovered crested geckos nearly 12 years ago and has since amassed a collection of 700+ geckos. In this interview Matthew discusses a new morph, how he streamlines care, and more. More

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    May Photo Contest Submissions

    It’s time for Gecko Time’s third photo contest! This month the photo contest is sponsored by Reptile Direct. Photo submissions will be open from April 29th till May 6th. Photos will be posted for community voting on May 13th. The photo with the most votes will will a $50 gift certificate to Reptile Direct! Reptile Direct is a reptile supply store online. Be sure to check it out for all your reptile supply needs.

    Enter the photo contest today! It’s free! More

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    Interview with Ron Tremper of LeopardGecko.com

    Gecko Time is proud to present an interview with the famous Ron Tremper of LeopardGecko.com. Ron was even kind enough to give us a glimpse at the blue leopard gecko! This interview can not be missed.

    Ron has been interested in reptiles since he was 6 years old collecting turtles and tortoises and later served as Curator of Reptiles at the Fresno Zoo in California. He started the Center for Reptile & Amphibian Propagation in 1981 and have pioneered such species as Argentine Horned frogs, Veiled and Panther chameleons and Leopard geckos. More

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