AnAge entry for Eublepharis macularius

Classification (HAGRID: 03885)

Taxonomy: Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Reptilia (Taxon entry)
            Order: Squamata
                Family: Gekkonidae
                    Genus: Eublepharis
Species: Eublepharis macularius
Common name: Leopard gecko

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity: 28.5 years (captivity)
Source: ref. 451
Sample size: Large
Data quality: Acceptable
Observations: It is estimated that these animals may live up to 30 years in the wild [0448]. Record longevity in captivity is 28.5 years, though [0451].

Life history traits (averages)

Female sexual maturity: 400 days
Male sexual maturity: 400 days
Incubation: 55 days
Clutch size: 2 (oviparous)
Adult weight

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

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