How Long Can Leopard Geckos Go without Food?

Hi Ros, going 6 months without food is definitely not normal, and is likely an indicator that your leopard gecko is not well. Please make an appointment with an experienced reptile veterinarian immediately.

Hi my sons gecko haven’t eat anything in 6 mths only having water is that normal

Hi Edan, stress isn’t an illness that a leopard gecko eventually recovers from. Stress is caused by whatever is making them stressed, and may continue under the stressor is removed. An exception to this is relocation stress, such as when the gecko is moved to a new enclosure. Relocation stress usually doesn’t last more than 2 weeks as long as other stressors, such as handling, are minimized.

If your gecko drops his tail, it’s not the end of the world, as it will eventually regrow, but the gecko will have lost their most important store of fat, so it’s a good idea to feed a gecko extra while it re-grows its tail.

How long will it take for my gecko to recover from stress? What could happen if he loses his tail?

Hi Sharon, this is the time of year where reptiles like leopard geckos and bearded dragons start brumating, which is the reptile equivalent of hibernation. If your leopard gecko is over a year old and healthy, brumation is a possibility. However, if you are still concerned, it’s a good idea to take your gecko to an experienced reptile veterinarian.