I have a Nosy Be panther and he does this all the time. From what I've read it's because they lack the Jacobson's organ like snakes have, so the need to physically lick their surroundings.
I remember the exciment of waiting for shipment. I was non-stop looking at pictures of Merlin and the few I had of my guy from Matt. Still when people ask what his colors will look like when he's older I show them Merlin's picture.
My boy is growing fast and getting some beautiful colors! Pictures can never do him justice. This is today he's a little cranky and getting ready to shed!
So I got my little guy Wednesday! After a scary shipping delay and much stress on Matt and myself he made it safely. First two images are right out of the reptile bag and the last one was just last night. He's absolutely gorgeous and a little sweetheart. Curious of everything.
Super excited for my new baby boy! Hopefully within the next week! I will definitely try to get an unboxing if I'm not too excited. (/^▽^)/
(He's a Nosy Be with Yskoud x Rouge lineage)