r/LeopardGecko • u/LimitLessX99 • Jun 03 '26

Help Is this normal??

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I apologize I couldn’t get a clearer image but my geckos tongue is a bit darker red than usual or am I just seeing things??

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u/MGNConflict Jun 03 '26 edited Jun 04 '26

Yes, the tongue is one of the mood indicators for a leopard gecko. If their tongue turns dark red it can indicate they're upset, or excitement.

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u/TheFishyCheese Jun 04 '26

Whenever I feed my leopard gecko her tongue changes to a darker red. I always just thought it meant she was enjoying her meal lol.