GECKO Eublepharis macularius fasciolatus

GECKO Eublepharis macularius fasciolatus

Full Description

Here is a detailed care guide for Eublepharis macularius fasciolatus, also known as the Banded Leopard Gecko—a natural subspecies of the Leopard Gecko from Pakistan. This subspecies is known for its distinct bold bands, lighter overall coloration, and a slightly more streamlined build compared to typical pet Leopard Geckos.

Eublepharis macularius fasciolatus (Banded Leopard Gecko) Care Guide

Species Overview

  • Common Name: Banded Leopard Gecko

  • Scientific Name: Eublepharis macularius fasciolatus

  • Origin: Pakistan (natural locale)

  • Size: 7–8.5 inches (18–21 cm)

  • Lifespan: 15–20 years with proper care

  • Temperament: Docile, generally calm, slightly more alert than captive-bred morphs

  • Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Enclosure Setup

Feature Recommendation
Enclosure Size 20-gallon long minimum for one adult (larger preferred)
Enclosure Type Terrestrial with front-opening access ideal
Substrate Slate tile, reptile carpet, paper towel, or packed clay/sand mix
Hides Minimum of 3: warm hide, cool hide, and humid hide
Décor Rocks, driftwood, ledges, fake plants
Lighting Low-level UVB (5.0), 10–12 hrs per day (optional but beneficial)

️ Temperature & Humidity

Zone Temperature Range
Warm Side 88–92°F (31–33°C)
Cool Side 75–80°F (24–27°C)
Night Temp 68–75°F (20–24°C)
Humidity 30–40% ambient; 70–80% in humid hide

  • Use an under-tank heater (UTH) or heat mat with a thermostat.

  • Provide a humid hide to assist with shedding, especially important for natural subspecies.

️ Diet & Feeding

Category Details
Diet Insectivorous
Staple Foods Dubia roaches, crickets, black soldier fly larvae
Occasional Mealworms, superworms, hornworms
Supplements Calcium (every feeding), multivitamin (1–2x/week), D3 (1–2x/week)
Feeding Schedule Adults: 3–4 times/week, Juveniles: daily

  • Insects should be gut-loaded and dusted with supplements.

  • Provide a shallow water dish at all times.

Behavior & Temperament

  • Calm and handleable, especially when captive bred

  • Often more active and curious than some morphs

  • Nocturnal/crepuscular—most active at dawn and dusk

  • Should not be housed with others unless for breeding; solitary by nature

Cleaning & Maintenance

  • Spot-clean daily (remove waste, uneaten insects)

  • Full clean monthly, or maintain bioactive with isopods/springtails

  • Shedding should be complete within 1–2 days; ensure toes and tail are free of retained shed

✅ Supplies Checklist

  • 20+ gallon long tank

  • UTH with thermostat

  • Digital thermometer & hygrometer

  • 3+ hides (warm, cool, humid)

  • Feeding tongs & insect source

  • Supplements (calcium, D3, multivitamin)

  • Optional UVB strip (low output)

⚠️ Special Notes on E. m. fasciolatus

  • This subspecies is naturally occurring, not a morph—ideal for breeders focusing on locale purity.

  • It may be slightly faster and more reactive than typical morph Leopard Geckos due to less domestication.

  • Good biosecurity practices are important when housing near other geckos to prevent disease transmission.

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