Baby leopard geckos won't eat...

They have not eaten the worms we have offered at night for 4 days. I even got a smaller tray so they were more visible. I'm lost at what else to do. I know they've got to be hungry! Any thoughts?

When did you get them? Did you produce them or just buy them as hatchlings? How old are they? what type of worms are you offering them to eat?

Typically young geckos aren't going to be as attracted to worms as they would be to crickets that are jumping all over the place or roaches that are running everywhere. 4 days isn't that long and they will be fine. If you just got them make sure you have all your basic care needs for them down pat. Then make sure you do not handle them at all for at least two weeks so that they can acclimate correctly. It is not uncommon for new additions who were just purchased and put into a new "home"' to not eat for a week or two. They have to acclimate and get used to things. They will not die from not eating this short time. Just make sure you offer them good gut loaded and calcium/vitamin dusted insects. Also make sure you do not leave them in their enclosures as this will stress out the little ones.

They were purchased. They definetly enjoyed the crickets more! Thanks for the advice
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Oh- and I was offering small me worms and Phoenix worms

At a young age, they will be more attracted to the things that move the most. If you want to start them on worms, I would offer them with tweezers or hemostats so that the worm moves more in their face. Maybe give that a shot. Just don't forget to gut-load the crickets or feeders a good 24hrs + before feeding and dust the feeders with a good calcium/vitamin supplement once a week at the very least.

Glad I could help you out! Let us know if you have any more issues!

okay time to utilize your knowledge again1 soo..the weather is getting cooler, and i currently use a 75 watt red light bulb and i put slate rocks directly under the light for a warm surface for digestion. Its a little chilly in there though, so im considering getting UTH too..but the one i have for one tank will not stick nor does it make a difference (zilla 10-20 gallon 4 watt). Should i just upgrade to a 100 watt for the winter, or figure something else out?? ive read both opinions which is why im a little lost at what to do, and seeing as they can be pricey id rather only pay once for what i need.

what size aquarium do you have? how many are you housing in the aquarium?

I personally would not put slate down directly under the heat lamp because it is basically doing the same thing as a heat rock does and it can injure the gecko by burning them if they don't get off in time. Again, I know people do it, but I wouldn't suggest it.

Please give me more info on your setup and I will try and help you out.

Sorry didnt realize you responded. We have 3 20L tanks. One with 3 hatchlings, one with 2 adults, and one with a juvie in it. Currently have a 75 w red light on each tank. Also, the rocks are not real slate i dont think..its like a cheaper version i guess because they dont get THAT hot. But i do agree with you there! i'd really preffer not to use UTH they scare me for some reason ha. Do you think i should go up to 100w when it gets chillier?

UPDATE on the baby not eating: He/she is still not eating has NO interest in crickets, and he also has hardly to no fat left in his tail! The other two eating fine at this point. He is very easy to handle and seems to enjoy it. I have tried to hold hi and offer him a squirming cricket or worm but he just closes his eyes and squirms. I've only been able to get him to eat two tiny crickets and itwas only because he opened his mouth and i put one in. Once its in his mouth he'll eat it. Should i get a dropper and make something to drip on his nose to lick off until hes back to weight?

The baby gecko finally ate. I have him one sitting of the repta aid and tonight he ate like he never has before! He also licked up some calcium. I'm thinking he was dehydrated. Either way I'm glad he's eating now!

Yay

Dehydration is one key thing that causes death with all reptiles. It is a silent killer and a lot of people fail to realize that even though their reptile may be a "desert" dwelling species or more arid species, they still need to be given water frequently and sprayed down. Monitors are huge for dying from dehydration because their keepers do not know how to properly care for them. They are very difficult to care for properly, it is not as easy as pet stores and all try to tell you.

Needless to say, I am glad it ate for you!! Also glad I could help you from the start. Sorry I never got back to you on your last post. Just make sure you don't handle it much and make sure it is well established before you start doing to much with it.