Lost & found reptiles & amphibians in Merced

Leopard gecko found behind Merced Mall on G St

I found a leopard gecko this afternoon around 2:15 pm in the parking lot behind the Merced Mall on G Street. It’s about 4 inches long from head to tail, tan with brown spots and a pale yellow belly. It has a small white scar on the left side of its neck and a slightly kinked tail tip—nice little details to help ID it. It seemed healthy and curious, so I kept it on a towel in a ventilated container with a tiny dish of water. If this is your pet, I’d love to help get it back home—bring a photo or a quick detail to confirm ownership.