Found leopard gecko, orange tail, Jacksonville
Description
Found a leopard gecko in the parking lot behind the Target on Atlantic Boulevard this afternoon around 3:20pm. It's about 5 inches long from head to tail, pale yellow-green with brown spots and a bright orange tail. The gecko has a small pale scar on the top of its head near the left eye and a faint white dot on the underside near the tail base. It's calm but a bit skittish and I kept it in a ventilated container with a shallow dish of water and some pinhead crickets, with a small heat pad on low. I know someone out there is missing a pet—reunifications like this really matter. If you recognize it, send me a message and we can arrange a safe handoff.
Approximate found location
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How to safely return this item
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Verify the owner before handing it back
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- If valuable, ask for a photo with matching ID, receipt, or original packaging.
- Never post the precise location publicly. Share it only with a verified owner.
- Do not accept payment to return it. That is a red flag for a scam claim.
Meet in a safe, public place
- Police stations, café entrances, transport hubs, and shop foyers all work.
- Meet during daylight hours where there is CCTV and foot traffic.
- Avoid private homes, car parks at night, or isolated locations.
Bring someone with you
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- Share your live location with them during the handoff.
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