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These \u003cstrong\u003ecaptive bred baby geckos\u003c\/strong\u003e are active during the day and thrive in properly maintained tropical enclosures with high humidity and climbing structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for a\u003cstrong\u003e baby gecko\u003c\/strong\u003e. Coloration, pattern, and size will vary slightly from animal to animal. \u003cstrong\u003eBabies are unsexed.\u003c\/strong\u003e The animal pictured is a representative example and may not be the exact individual received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBaby Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is for a \u003cstrong\u003ebaby Gold Dust Day Gecko\u003c\/strong\u003e that is too young to determine sex. 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