Pixel Crested Geckos
The Pixel morph gives a gecko's back a pixelated or static-like look because it breaks the pattern into jagged pieces rather than smooth lines. Breeders have not yet agreed that all geckos sold as Pixel from more than one breeding line carry the same gene.
About the Pixel gene
The Pixel trait in crested geckos breaks the dorsal markings into small, disconnected pieces. Rather than the smooth blocks or lines found on an unaffected animal, the back looks pixelated or static. This is new to the hobby. A keeper buying one is buying that scattered pattern instead of a settled genetic story.
Appearance
The markings appear scattered and static-like because the white and orange pattern breaks into small, disconnected pieces with jagged edges instead of smooth ones. This is most clear along the dorsal ridges and dorsum where gaps break up the pattern.
Genetics
Pixel is recessive, so a het looks like a normal crested gecko. You will see both Pixel and Pos Pixel on listings. The name is used by more than one breeding line to sell geckos. These include separate lines from GwenGecko, Fringemorphs, and Anthony Caponetto Reptiles along with Pangea Reptile's own. The gene in the Anthony Caponetto Reptiles line may not be the same one found in other Pixel geckos on the market, as Anthony Caponetto Reptiles has said publicly.