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Tiger Crested Gecko
A Tiger crested gecko shows dark transverse markings across the back that may continue down the flanks, with naturally variable spacing, width and continuity.
Follow the direction of the dark markings across the back. Real bands are not mechanically straight, identical or evenly spaced. More interrupted or reticulated patterns are often called brindle, and breeders may use tiger/brindle for overlapping appearances.
The traditional hobby reading treats Tiger as a polygenic pattern style. Foundation Genetics goes further: it models tiger as a fixed dominant trait present to some degree in every crested gecko, which cannot be bred out. Under that model, the ratio of tiger to other pattern traits decides whether an animal shows subtle freckling, classic vertical tigering, or heavy brindle. Both views agree that pairing strongly tigered animals intensifies the look.
Long-established polygenic trait, recognized in breeding programs since the early 2000s.
Inheritance: Polygenic. Category: Pattern. Rarity: uncommon. Typical adult price: $150 to $400.
Key features
- Transverse orientation across the dorsal field
- Unequal band widths and irregular edges
- Contrast can change with firing state
How to tell it apart
- Brindle: Brindle commonly describes more broken or reticulated transverse pattern; terminology overlaps.
- Tiger / Brindle: Tiger/brindle acknowledges overlapping banded and interrupted appearances.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Tiger crested gecko?
A Tiger crested gecko shows dark transverse markings across the back that may continue down the flanks, with naturally variable spacing, width and continuity.
What does a Tiger crested gecko look like?
A typical Tiger crested gecko shows these features: transverse orientation across the dorsal field; unequal band widths and irregular edges; contrast can change with firing state.
How do I identify a Tiger crested gecko?
To identify a Tiger crested gecko, check these points: use a top view for direction and a side view for continuation; do not require perfectly parallel stripes.
What is the difference between Tiger and Brindle?
Brindle commonly describes more broken or reticulated transverse pattern; terminology overlaps.
How is Tiger inherited?
Tiger is classified as polygenic. Trait controlled by many genes working additively. Cannot be Punnett-squared. Improved through selective breeding over generations.
How much does a Tiger crested gecko cost?
A typical adult Tiger crested gecko sells for $150 to $400. Quality, sex, age and lineage move an individual animal within that range.
What other morphs combine with Tiger?
Tiger is often combined with Brindle, Extreme Brindle, Red Base, Olive, Chocolate and Harlequin.
Who discovered or first produced Tiger crested geckos?
Long-established polygenic trait, recognized in breeding programs since the early 2000s.
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