BLUE EYED AMBER FANCY LEOPARD GECKO (Actual picture of Gecko)

BLUE EYED AMBER FANCY LEOPARD GECKO

The Blue Eyed Amber Fancy Leopard Gecko is a stunning color morph of Eublepharis macularius, admired for its warm amber and golden coloration combined with striking blue-tinted eyes. This unique appearance makes it a standout in any reptile collection. Like all leopard geckos, Blue Eyed Ambers are hardy, easy to care for, and have a calm, inquisitive nature that makes them excellent pets for both beginner and experienced reptile keepers.

Scientific Name

Eublepharis macularius

Adult Size

• 7–10 inches (18–25 cm)

Lifespan

• 15–20+ years with proper care

Temperament

• Docile and easy to handle
• Curious and alert
• Rarely aggressive when properly cared for
• Excellent choice for first-time reptile owners

Care Guide

Enclosure

• Minimum 20-gallon long enclosure for one adult
• Secure screen top or ventilated enclosure
• Provide three essential hides:
  • Warm hide
  • Cool hide
  • Humid hide

Temperature

• Warm side: 88–92°F (31–33°C)
• Cool side: 75–80°F (24–27°C)
• Night temperatures: 70–75°F (21–24°C)
• Use a thermostat-controlled heat source to maintain proper temperatures

Humidity

• General enclosure humidity: 30–40%
• Humid hide humidity: 70–80% for successful shedding

Lighting

• No specialized UVB lighting is required
• Low-level UVB may provide additional health benefits
• Maintain a consistent day/night cycle of approximately 12 hours

Substrate

Recommended:

• Paper towel
• Reptile liner
• Slate or ceramic tile
• Naturalistic or bioactive substrates for experienced keepers

Avoid:

• Loose sand, especially for juveniles
• Calcium sand

Diet

Feed a variety of appropriately sized insects:

• Crickets
• Dubia roaches
• Mealworms
• Superworms
• Black soldier fly larvae

All feeder insects should be gut-loaded and dusted regularly with calcium and vitamin supplements.

Feeding Schedule

• Juveniles: Feed daily
• Subadults: Feed every other day
• Adults: Feed 2–3 times per week

Water

• Fresh, clean water should be available at all times
• Change water daily

Shedding

A humid hide is essential to help your gecko shed properly. Regular monitoring during sheds helps prevent retained skin around the toes and tail tip.

Housing

• Best kept individually
• Males should never be housed together
• Cohabitation is generally not recommended

Why Choose a Blue Eyed Amber Fancy Leopard Gecko?

The Blue Eyed Amber Fancy Leopard Gecko combines beautiful amber coloration with eye-catching blue eyes, creating a truly unique and desirable morph. Its calm temperament, manageable size, and straightforward care requirements make it an excellent reptile for hobbyists of all experience levels. Whether you’re starting your first gecko enclosure or expanding an established collection, this morph is sure to be a standout display animal.