When I brought my first geckos home, my daughter went into the cage and left it slightly open. I was lucky enough to find them in a plant next to their cage. I also freaked while cleaning the baby gecko cages awhile later. I had 2 in the cage and was moving them to a temporary one, while I cleaned. I grabbed the first and went back for the second, and it was GONE!! I looked all over the foliage and around the cage - nothing. I grabbed my hubby to help and he found the booger hiding under the paper towel. I hadn't even lost the booger, it was still in the cage.

It happens. I know you were very prepared for that little guy, and was quite impressed with your enthusiasm. Of course, I'm glad you found the little one though.

(sorry I didn't get back sooner, but I was out of town for a couple days)