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I can answer questions concerning frogs (especially Poison Arrow Frogs), lizards such as geckos and bearded dragons, insects and invertebrates such as millipedes or land hermit crabs. I can give advice on housing, feeding, behaviour, breeding ect. I cannot answer questions about medical problems. If you suspect that your pet is sick, please see a herp vet with it ASAP.

Experience
I keep various frogs, bearded dragons and a number of invertebrates. I am especially interested in the proper care of land hermit crabs and I'm always glad to give advice on this topic.

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Topic: Reptiles

Expert: Jedediah
Date: 10/9/2008
Subject: african fat tail gecko

Question
um im thinking of getting one but first i need to know are they poisonous i thought they are not but i may be wrong thanks

Answer
Dear Sel,
thank you for your question.
No gecko species is poisonous. The only lizard that has a toxin dangerous for humans is the gila monster (and the komodo dragon has bacteria in its salvia that will infect the wounds).
A serious bite from a fat tail gecko will hurt and may draw blood, but nothing else. They are gentle, though, and rarely aggressive.
I hope I was of some help to you
Jennifer

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