A Guide to Pet Geckos (abstract)

If you want a pet gecko, it’s best to acquire a captive-bred one from a reputable breeder. If you take in a wild-caught gecko you won’t know what diseases or ailments it may be carrying. Look for a gecko that has clear eyes, skin without dry patches, all its fingers, toes, and its tail, as well as a healthy appetite… https://www.thesprucepets.com/guide-to-geckos-1236898 

Leopard Gecko Species Overview (abstract)

Sociable and easy to handle, leopard geckos make excellent pets for beginner reptile hobbyists due to their gentle disposition.

Leopard geckos are native to semi-arid desert environments in the Middle East and parts of Northern India. The scientific name for the leopard gecko’s genus, Eublepharis, is derived from the Greek words for “good” (eu) and “eyelid”… https://www.petmd.com/reptile/leopard-gecko-care-sheet