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Crested gecko
Crested Gecko
(Correlophus ciliatus)
Crested Geckos originate from the islands of New Caledonia in the western Pacific, where they live in cool rainforests. Hatchling Crested Geckos are around 5-6 cm in length and mature into adults of around 20-24 cm long. Well-fed animals will reach maturity between 9-12 months of age. Longevity under captive conditions is quite variable with 8-12 years being the norm but double this being achievable on occasions.
Selection Look for a fat tail, bright alert eyes and the body lifted above the substrate when standing
Housing Usually glass or plastic vivariums. Minimum size 60x30x45cm for a single animal
Substrate Bark Chips, coconut fibre, forest terrain or cage carpet are all suitable. Also purchase a hygrometer for measuring humidity levels.
Heating Heating can be provided by a heat cable, heat mat or low wattage heat bulb. Temperature should be 20-25C daytime and now lower than 18C night time. (All heat mats should be used in conjunction with a thermostat)
Humidity should be around 50-70%
Lighting Not essential but a low intensity UVB tube or compact lamp may be beneficial (LEDs are also suitable)
Diet Complete diet or a mix of insects dusted with vitamin and mineral additives together with pureed fruits such as banana, (Repashy & Pangea are a well-known brand of complete diet). Spray the enclosure daily as this will encourage your gecko to drink.
Supplements A good vitamin/mineral supplement is essential with calcium and vitamin D3. Liquid calcium can also be added to any drinking water for additional calcium
Health Can be prone to metabolic bone disease (MBD)
Research Be sure to purchase a suitable book for full care instructions.
Decor Plenty of vines & plants to climb on as they do not spend much time on the ground
Compatibility Crested geckos are happy living alone, however there should be no more than 1 male in a group of crested geckos.
Sexing Males develop external hemipenal bulges located at the base of the tail with preanal pores directly in front of the vent. Females have a flattened area at the base of the tail with small external bulges
Breeding during breeding season the female will lay clutches of 2 eggs every 30 to 45 days. Eggs should be incubated at 22-25C and will hatch in approx 60-70 days
Russell McRae