{"product_id":"captive-bred-mourning-gecko-pairs-lepidodactylus-lugubris","title":"Captive-Bred Mourning Gecko Pairs (Lepidodactylus lugubris)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstablish or expand your bioactive display with healthy, active, captive-bred Mourning Geckos (\u003ci\u003eLepidodactylus lugubris\u003c\/i\u003e). Famous for their social chirping, communal interaction, and all-female parthenogenetic reproduction, these micro-geckos bring vibrant life to naturalistic terrariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParthenogenesis is a natural form of asexual reproduction where embryos develop from unfertilized eggs without genetic contribution from a male. In species like mourning geckos (\u003ci\u003eLepidodactylus lugubris\u003c\/i\u003e), populations are entirely female, producing offspring that are genetic clones of the mother—meaning a single female or bonded pair can reliably reproduce and build a multi-generational colony without a mate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile mourning geckos are functionally an all-female species, phenotypic males have been clinically documented on exceptionally rare occasions. These individuals are typically the result of hormonal variations or chromosomal anomalies and are almost universally sterile, playing no functional role in colony reproduction. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause mourning geckos thrive in established social groups, all geckos are offered in \u003cb\u003epairs\u003c\/b\u003e (two sub-adults or two mature adults) to ensure a smooth transition into their new enclosure. Raised with meticulous care on premium powdered gecko diets and calcium-dusted micro-feeders under gentle linear UVB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eDocumented Lineages \u0026amp; Morph Types\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType A (Classic Lineage):\u003c\/b\u003e Line originally sourced from \u003cb\u003eThe Seattle Reptile Guy\u003c\/b\u003e. Features classic lighter tan-to-olive ground coloring, subtle chevron striping, and striking light-to-dark firing shifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType B (High-Contrast M\u003cspan\u003earkings Near Forelimbs and Hindlimbs\u003c\/span\u003e ):\u003c\/b\u003e Line originally sourced from \u003cb\u003eJosh's Frogs\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMixed Pair (1 Type A + 1 Type B):\u003c\/b\u003e A fantastic option to enjoy both proven lineages and dynamic visual contrast in a shared bioactive vivarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge \u0026amp; Condition Options\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdult Pair (Actively Egg-Producing):\u003c\/b\u003e Fully mature, robust proven breeders (~3\" to 3.5\") that are \u003cb\u003ealready actively laying fertile, calcified eggs\u003c\/b\u003e. Perfect for keepers looking to rapidly establish their own self-sustaining colony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSub-Adult Pair:\u003c\/b\u003e Well-started, active juveniles approaching maturity (~1.5\" to 2\"). Ideal for watching your geckos grow and establish their own social order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFull Intact Tails:\u003c\/b\u003e Flawless original tails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRegenerated Tail Pair:\u003c\/b\u003e Geckos with partially regrown tails. They are 100% active, healthy, and genetically identical to full-tailed geckos (including proven egg production in adults), offered at a discount for budget-conscious bioactive homes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnimal Welfare \u0026amp; Strict Shipping Policy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur geckos are deeply loved, and their health and safety always come before convenience. We follow strict live animal transport standards:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping Rate: \u003c\/b\u003eFlat-rate $50 per bonded pair, which covers heavy-duty insulated packaging, specialized phase-change temperature packs, deli cups, and priority transit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFedEx Overnight Only:\u003c\/b\u003e Shipped exclusively \u003cb\u003eMonday through Wednesday\u003c\/b\u003e to prevent any risk of weekend transit delays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFedEx Ship Center (Hub) Pickup Only:\u003c\/b\u003e To avoid extreme delivery truck temperatures and rough residential delivery routes, \u003cb\u003eall orders must be held for pickup at an authorized FedEx Ship Center hub\u003c\/b\u003e. We will help locate the closest climate-controlled hub to your address.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal Pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e: I also offer local pickup at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofvancouver.us\/government\/department\/vancouver-police-department-vpd\/safe-exchange-zones\/\" title=\"Safe Exchange Zone\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCity of Vancouver Safe Exchange Zones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeather Holds:\u003c\/b\u003e Shipments will only proceed when departure, transit, and destination temperatures are safely between \u003cb\u003e40°F and 85°F\u003c\/b\u003e. Orders will be safely held if adverse weather presents any danger to the animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrder Coordination:\u003c\/b\u003e As soon as your order is received, I will personally contact you to verify your contact information, confirm your preferred FedEx Ship Center hub location, review the weather forecast along the route, and arrange a mutually agreed shipping date before the box is packed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee (LAG):\u003c\/b\u003e Backed by our live arrival guarantee when picked up within 2 hours of hub arrival. All boxes include heavy-duty insulated foam liners, secure deli cups, and phase-change temperature packs tailored to the forecast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerrarium Quick Specs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eHousing \u0026amp; Enclosure Sizing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHatchlings:\u003c\/b\u003e Start micro-hatchlings in small, secure arboreal setups (such as acrylic spider enclosures) to prevent escapes and ensure they easily locate food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdult Pairs \u0026amp; Small Colonies:\u003c\/b\u003e I give each adult about 1- 1.5 gallons of space.  Adults also need at least 12\" of vertical space to ensure proper mobility.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEstablished Colonies:\u003c\/b\u003e A standard 12\" × 12\" × 18\" front-opening terrarium provides ample vertical climbing volume for an active colony of up to 10 adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Enclosures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tarantulacribs.com\/collections\/repti-cribs\" title=\"Tarantula Cribs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tarantulacribs.com\/collections\/repti-cribs\" title=\"Tarantula Cribs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTarantula Cribs \u003c\/a\u003e(Gecko \/ Arboreal Series)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 5- to 20-gallon tanks retrofitted with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.iheartgeckos.com\/\" title=\"I Heart Geckos\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eI Heart Geckos\u003c\/a\u003e vertical conversion kits (ensure you select fine vents or custom-cut micro holes).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rachelsreptileresource.shop\/products\/24l-6-3-gallon-nano-glass-vivarium-with-rock-background\" title='12\"x12\"x12\" enclosure' rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e12\"x12\"12\" Enclosure \u003c\/a\u003e(works well for adult colonies up to 6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eEscape-Proofing Protocols\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSeal Cable Ports \u0026amp; Vents:\u003c\/b\u003e Mourning geckos can squeeze through hairline gaps. Thoroughly check and seal all cord grommets, lid hinges, and door gaps with 100% aquarium-safe silicone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRemovable Screen Tops:\u003c\/b\u003e If using a terrarium with a drop-in or sliding mesh screen, seal this top with silicone to prevent escapes through tiny cracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eEgg Management \u0026amp; Incubation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCommunal Laying Sites:\u003c\/b\u003e Mourning geckos exhibit communal nesting behaviors, frequently depositing clutches together in tight, dark crevices. Providing targeted, removable laying hides—such as small hollow bamboo tubes, suction-cup canisters, or compact caves—encourages them to lay in accessible areas rather than gluing eggs directly to vivarium glass or background foam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRoutine Monthly Swaps:\u003c\/b\u003e Check and rotate laying hides roughly once a month. Transfer the entire hide rather than attempting to pry or scrape off adhered eggs, which can easily crack the delicate shells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDedicated Hatching Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e Move occupied hides into a separate nursery container or micro-mesh rearing tub maintained at normal ambient room temperature and humidity. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaintain Strict Egg Orientation:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike avian eggs, reptile eggs must never be turned, rotated, or rolled. The developing embryo adheres to the top inside of the eggshell early in incubation; flipping or jostling the egg can cause the embryo to detach or become suffocated beneath the heavier yolk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSeamless Transfer Protocol:\u003c\/b\u003e When moving removable laying hides or tubes to the nursery setup, keep them resting in the exact physical orientation the female laid them in. If an egg is loose or needs to be repositioned, use a soft graphite pencil to place a tiny dot on the upright surface before moving it to ensure the top side always remains facing up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePreventing Cannibalism \u0026amp; Escapes:\u003c\/b\u003e Isolating eggs prior to hatching eliminates two major hazards: tiny micro-hatchlings slipping through hairline enclosure gaps, and adult geckos opportunistically preying on newly emerged young.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnvironmental Parameters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAmbient Temperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 72°F–78°F. If your room consistently stays in the low-to-mid 70s, supplemental heating is generally unnecessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBasking Zone:\u003c\/b\u003e ~82°F. In drafty areas or during cold winter months where ambient temps dip below 70°F, provide a gentle, low-wattage heat source to establish a light thermal gradient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHumidity \u0026amp; Hydration:\u003c\/b\u003e 60%–80% relative humidity. Mist thoroughly twice daily to maintain moisture and provide clean water droplets for drinking on broad leaves and glass, allowing a slight dry-down between mistings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStaple Diet:\u003c\/b\u003e High-quality prepared crested gecko formulas (such as Repashy, Gargeer, or Blue River Diets) offered in small, elevated feeding cups 2 to 3 times per week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLive Prey Enrichment:\u003c\/b\u003e Supplement weekly with live, dusted micro-insects to encourage natural hunting behaviors. Excellent choices include flightless fruit flies (\u003ci\u003eDrosophila hydei\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003emelanogaster\u003c\/i\u003e) and small-to-medium Black Soldier Fly larvae (calciworms\/nutrigrubs). Dust non-calcium-heavy feeders with a balanced calcium and multivitamin powder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rachel's Reptile Resource","offers":[{"title":"Type A Pair \/ Adults","offer_id":47136058835143,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Type A Pair \/ Subadults","offer_id":47136058867911,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Type B Pair \/ Adults","offer_id":47136058900679,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Type B Pair \/ Subadults","offer_id":47136058933447,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Mixed Pair \/ Adults","offer_id":47136058966215,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Mixed Pair \/ Subadults","offer_id":47136058998983,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regrown Tail Pair \/ Adults","offer_id":47136059031751,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regrown Tail Pair \/ Subadults","offer_id":47136059064519,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/8590\/3815\/files\/IMG_20260909_103631419.jpg?v=1788976740","url":"https:\/\/rachelsreptileresource.shop\/products\/captive-bred-mourning-gecko-pairs-lepidodactylus-lugubris","provider":"Rachel's Reptile Resource","version":"1.0","type":"link"}