New from Joburg

[pirata]

Hi all

I don't know very much about reptiles and the like. I've just moved into a house with a very rich selection of wild life. I am here to learn about what is living in my garden.
I will be asking many questions.

Looking forward to gaining all the knowledge you all have.

Thanks,
pirata

[Mitton]

A big welcome!
I am sure you will learn quite a bit here, post pictures of the wildlife, does not only have to be reptile related, would love to see what you find.
What city is this new house?

[pirata]

Hi Mitton

Thanks so much!
I live in Jukskei Park (Randburg) about 2 blocks from the small Jukskei river.
I have a fair amount of lizards and small reptiles (no snakes so far) and last night I saw what I think was a Leopard Ghecko running up the wall. As soon as I'm settled in I will spend a day with the camera searching.
I've posted some pics of the toads in my pond. I requested some advice on them. Its in the Amphibians section.

[Ruan Stander]

Hi pirata, welcome to the forum.
What you saw was definitely not a leopard gecko, as these are exotic and naturally occur very far from here. Also, they lack the filaments that allow other geckos to scale vertical surfaces.
I look forward to seeing what you find.