My crested gecko looks swollen. Is she egg bound or just fat?

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Hello! How can I tell if my crested gecko is egg bownd? Lyra has been eating TONS of insects, so it could just be she is getting thicker, but I am not positive. Also, how big does my crested gecko have to be to be able to carry eggs? (I have not been breeding her, but I have heard they can have eggs anyway) also, is there any chance that baby created could come from the eggs? If so, how do I incubate them, and at what tempature, humidity, etc.

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Ideally, a female crested gecko should be in the 35-40 gram weight range and at least 18 months old. If she's never been with a male, the eggs will be infertile. If she was previously mated, it is possible she may have retained sperm. Female cresties can retain sperm for 6 months or longer. A gravid female will typically lay just two eggs every month during breeding season. Egg binding can be characterized by. A swollen abdomen, lethargy, loss of appetite and frequent straining to lay. This condition should be addressed immediately by your veterinarian or an experienced herp vet. You can read more about breeding and egg care here: http://www.reptilesmagazine.com/How-to-Breed-Crested-Geckos/

My crested gecko looks swollen. Is she egg bound or just fat?

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