African Fat Tail geckos, Hemitheconyx caudicinctus, have been available in the pet trade for many years, but they are currently undergoing a big surge in popularity. This is due in large part to the recent availability of new morphs. JMG Reptiles and The Urban Reptile have been responsible for introducing these new morphs into the market. Pictures of many of the new morphs can be found on their websites. Another reason for the popularity of AFTs is their calm disposition. They are interesting and beautiful geckos that certainly deserve attention.

I have had a pair of amelanistic fat tails for a few years now, and this year I decided to expand my AFT collection to include some of the wonderful new morphs now available! I am incredibly excited for next year’s breeding season!

This morning, I received a much anticipated box from The Urban Reptile:
First up is a Caramel Albino female. She has such pretty coloring, I’m very excited about the possibilities with this new strain of albino! Caramel Albino is a recessive trait that is not compatible with the original amelanistic.

Next is a het Caramel male.

Third is a pretty female that is het for Patternless. Patternless is another recessive trait. I love the look of the Striped Patternless.

Earlier this year, I received a shipment from JMG Reptiles:
First is a het patternless male. He has some awesome color!

Two years ago in Daytona, I saw the Whiteouts on JMG’s table and immediately added myself to the waiting list. This past spring, the Whiteouts were released and I was able to choose this special girl. Whiteout is a co-dominant trait (although the super seems to be lethal). This girl is one of my favorite geckos. JMG has produced some Patternless Whiteouts that are absolutely amazing – I can’t wait to see one of those hatching out!
Whiteout on arrival:

And today – I love her more every time I see her!:

There are several other new morphs available as well – AFTs are getting really exciting and I’m happy to be getting in on the fun!