Description
The Striped Whiteout ph Amel Patternless African Fat Tail Gecko is a clean, high-contrast morph for the serious collector. Its stark white and pale lavender stripes over a patternless body create a standout display animal. We’ve stocked this since Q1 2025, and it’s one our repeat customers frequently come back for. A customer recently drove three hours to pick one up instead of waiting for shipping, which speaks to its appeal.
Stand-Out Features
- Striking Visual Contrast: The crisp, clean white stripes stand out sharply against the pale lavender base color, with no disruptive pattern.
- Proven Genetics: This is a visual Striped Whiteout, carrying the recessive Amel (amelanistic) gene, offering potential for future breeding projects.
- Ideal Temperament: Like all African Fat Tails, this gecko is known for its docile and handleable nature, making it a great display and interaction animal.
- Robust Health: This line demonstrates the typical hardy constitution of the species, thriving in standard AFT setups.
- Collection Centerpiece: Its unique, clean appearance makes it a focal point in any collection of gecko morphs.
Technical Data
| Species | Hemitheconyx caudicinctus (African Fat-Tailed Gecko) |
| Morph | Striped Whiteout ph Amel Patternless |
| Sex | Unsexed Juvenile |
| Weight (measured) | 2.9 oz |
| Age | Juvenile |
| Diet | Live insects (crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms) |
| Housing | 20-gallon long minimum, humid hide required |
| Temperature | 88-90°F warm side, 70-75°F cool side |
Your Questions Answered
What does “ph Amel” mean?
It means this gecko is “possible heterozygous” for the Amel (amelanistic) gene. It visually expresses the Striped Whiteout Patternless traits but carries one copy of the recessive Amel gene. Breeding it to another Amel carrier can produce Amel offspring.
Is this a good gecko for a beginner?
African Fat Tails are excellent for beginners due to their docile nature and straightforward care, similar to Leopard Geckos but requiring slightly higher humidity. This specific morph is for a keeper who appreciates unique genetics and appearance.
How is the gecko shipped?
We ship via FedEx Priority Overnight to ensure arrival by 10:30 AM. The gecko is secured in a insulated, breathable container with a heat or cold pack as needed for weather. Live arrival is guaranteed.
✅ Plain brown box — no markings
✅ Not happy? Return within 30 days.
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✅ Domestic shipping — no customs
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