Lost & found reptiles & amphibians in Ventura County

Leopard gecko found behind Camarillo Premium Outlets

Found a leopard gecko this afternoon around 2:45pm in the parking lot behind the Camarillo Premium Outlets off Ventura Boulevard. It's about 6 inches long, cream-colored with irregular brown spots, and a bright orange tail that catches streetlight at dusk. The gecko seems healthy and calm, and I kept it in a shallow plastic container with a damp paper towel so it doesn't dry out. It has a couple of unique marks: a small crescent-shaped scar on its left flank and a slightly lighter tip on its tail. If this belongs to you or if you recognize these features, I'm happy to help reunite it with its owner—reach out at [email protected].