Too much calcium for a leopard gecko?

Question

Is it possible to give too much calcium to a month old leopard gecko?

Also is it possible for a leo to over eat?

if yes how much should i give him?

crickets are smaller than his head see url.
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2006-3/1157837/elvis.JPG

Answer 1

Yes it is certainly possible. As important as it is to use calcium supplements, don't give them more than is directed. Hypercalcemia is just as dangerous as too little... As far as overfeeding, I suppose so, but in my opinion it's pretty hard to overfeed a growing one. Once the growth rate slows, slow down the food. A nice fat tail is good but you can tell when they are getting obese.

Answer 2

no I have never seen one get too much, actually dusting is sometimes not enouph. I keep a small bowl or can lid in the cage for them to lick. Juvies need a good amount to grow strong bones, dust every feeding till they are 6 or 7 months then go to every other. Unless it is a female laying. They can and will overeat and puke or regurgitate at times. Babys eyes are alot larger than their bellys. It looks like a turd with solid pieces or whole food in it. If they do just feed less and make sure it is warm enouph on the warm side.

He/she looks like a fine healthy youngling. Keep him well fed and he should be fine. About 4 to 5 crickets a day should be fine.

Answer 3

how do leopard geckos survive in the wild without calcium pwoder?

Answer 4

yes and yes.