Coleonyx variegatus, or the Western banded gecko, is yet another small relative of the Leopard Gecko.It originates from the desert areas of southern/southwestern USA and has a number of different subspecies/colour varieties.

It is very easy to care for and interesting little gecko with very modest demands. 30°C in daytime and 20° in nighttime is sufficient and with enough food of appropriate size it will thrive even in the hands of a relative beginner.