Gecko fact
Extended hiding after a move to a new enclosure is a normal adjustment response
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Quick answer: It's common for a gecko to stay hidden and eat less for the first one to two weeks in a new home while it settles in, rather than a sign that something is wrong..
It's common for a gecko to stay hidden and eat less for the first one to two weeks in a new home while it settles in, rather than a sign that something is wrong.
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