Harlequin Crested Gecko

About this animal

Crested geckos thrive at normal room temperature and eat a complete powdered diet, which makes them one of the easiest reptiles to keep well. These juveniles have full tails and bold harlequin patterning that will intensify with age. Sold unsexed; we are happy to give our best guess once they are older.

Care guideCrested gecko care5 min read

Care at a glance

• Environment

  22 to 26 °C, never above 28 °C, 60 to 80 % humidity after evening misting

• Diet

  Complete crested gecko diet plus occasional insects

• Housing

  45 × 45 × 60 cm tall, planted terrarium

• Alone or in company

  Keep alone, or one male with females in a large enclosure

• Lifespan

  15 to 20 years

• Handling

  Delicate; short, low sessions. The tail does not grow back