Hi
Elizabeth--
As
somebody mentioned earlier, it is very important that your friend takes a fecal
sample to a reptile vet. Parasites could certainly keep the gecko from
gaining weight, even if it is eating. Here is a site where you can look up
herp vets in your area:
It
sounds as though she has a Paroedura pictus. She will be able to find
husbandry information on line. Here is a link to just one of many
resources: http://www.geckopage.com/pictus.htm
Good
luck!
JenB
