New from Seattle :)

Hi everyone!

My name is Ying, I'm from Seattle and I assisted looking after a leopard gecko for a month or so; after that I really really wanted a reptile of my own.

I am interested in a leopard gecko, uromastyx or a blue tongue skink. As I only want one reptile, I am having trouble deciding between them.

Leopard gecko - I liked that they were easy to look after, were very tame and handable and did not take up much space. However, seeing it is my first (and probably only reptile for awhile) I wanted something 'different' which is what is stopping me from going for leos right now.

Uromastyx - My strongest reasons for these guys are that they are primarily herbivores. I do not have to worry about live food as much. And their tails are super cool. However, I have been told that they are skittish and quick. Not particularly tolerant to being handled which is one of the biggest factors for me; hence I am uncertain about them.

Blue tongue skinks - Biggest thing for me is that I heard they are very tolerant to being interacted with! I love their heads, eyes, tongues, everything physically about them. I am worried they are not for beginner reptile owners though, being omnivores and that they grow to be pretty large.

I apologize if I sound ignorant in any way, I have been researching for half a month and am still in the process of doing so. Any insight from current owners who have experience with any of the reptiles above would help immensely! I am very happy to be here.