Enclosure Requirements
- Minimum enclosure: 18x18x24 in for one adult; larger is preferred.
- Provide vertical climbing opportunities, cork, and hides.
- Use a substrate and drainage strategy that supports humidity cycles safely.
Crested Gecko Care Guide
Correlophus ciliatus
Arboreal
Beginner-friendly
Nocturnal
This page summarizes practical baseline husbandry targets for Crested Gecko. Individual animals can vary, so always adjust based on behavior, body condition, and veterinary guidance.
Accuracy note: this is a general reference and not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis. For full breeder-specific protocol, use the full guide option below.
Temperature and Humidity Requirements
- Ideal range: 72-78 F (22-26 C).
- Avoid prolonged temperatures above 82 F (28 C).
- Humidity cycle: around 50-60 percent daytime and 70-80 percent at night.
Diet and Supplementation Requirements
- Use a complete crested gecko diet as staple nutrition.
- Offer appropriately sized insects 1-2 times weekly for enrichment and protein.
- Provide calcium support based on feeder and lighting strategy.
Handling and Behavioral Management
- Typically tolerant of short gentle handling once settled.
- Do not handle immediately after feeding or during difficult sheds.
- A stable routine reduces stress and improves feeding consistency.
Health Monitoring and Safety
- Track body weight and tail-base condition over time.
- Watch for retained shed on toes and persistent appetite drop.
- Maintain clean water and enclosure sanitation to reduce infection risk.