Short Description:

For both beginner and advanced hobbyists comes a brand new reptile and amphibian series. Each title in the Complete Herp Care series contains in-depth, current information on a wide variety of topics, including breeding, housing, nutrition, and health care. All authors are experienced writers and experts in their field. Every book is fully illustrated and contains multiple sidebars and tip boxes. This book features up-to-date information on these popular reptiles, including a breeding chapter with detailed descriptions of various color and pattern varieties and related genetic information.

Long Description:
Crested Geckos (Complete Herp Care series) Long thought extinct, the crested gecko was rediscovered in 1994 and quickly became one of the most popular pet lizards. Their bizarre appearance, simple care, and docile natures have won over pet OWNERers and commercial breeders alike. Although taking care of a crested gecko isn't difficult, it has to be done right. If you want your pet gecko to be healthy, you have to provide him with the proper environment and diet. This guide is a complete care manual for the interesting and endearing crested geckos and their relatives (the genus Rhacodactylus ). The colorful sidebars, boxes, and photographs illustrate key topics essential to OWNERers of crested, gargoyle, giant, and other New Caledonian geckos. Crested Geckos will help you keep your lizard healthy for all of his life. Features of Crested Geckos include: Information on natural history Instructions for creating the perfect habitat Complete guide to nutrition and feeding Detailed breeding instructions Current health care information