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Crested Gecko Care Guide
Correlophus ciliatus

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Crested geckos are one of the most widely kept species in the reptile industry. Presumed extinct and rediscovered in 1994, this species has become extremely successful in captivity. They are easy to care for, handleable, hardy, and come with an array of different personalities!

Nationality: Crested geckos are native to an island chain off the coast of Australia known as New Caledonia. Named from their projections or "crests" across their head, and their eyelash-like protrusions (Eyelash Crested Gecko).

Coloration, Morphs, and Patterns: This is my personal favorite puzzle. Genetic inheritance is shown but is not well fixed. There are many incomplete or co-dominant traits that I and other breeders are still trying to figure out. This species comes in an array of colors from white to black and everything in between. Patterns range from stripes and spots to no pattern at all!

Housing: A 20-gallon tank (18x18x24) is the minimum size required for an adult crested gecko. It is possible to cohabitate multiple geckos together, but I do not recommend this for new keepers. Geckos can show aggression and become territorial, even juveniles. Raise them individually until sexual maturity is reached. If breeding, it is best to wait until the female can produce healthy eggs. Never house males together and give your girls a rest every so often!

Habitat: Being from a sub-tropical region, crested geckos should be kept at temperatures ranging in the mid-70s (74-78F), and never at temperatures above 85F. Supplemental heating and lighting is not required, but I recommend it and use it. This species is arboreal and will require adequate climbing space and decor appropriate to climb on.  Appropriate substrate for this species can be solely coco fiber, or something similar, that may retain moisture to help increase humidity. This species requires a humid environment around 60-70% to aid in hydration and shedding. This can be achieved by misting your terrarium to remain within this target range. 

Size and Age: Crested geckos can reach up to 10 inches in length full-grown, tail included. If a crested gecko feels threatened, they may drop their tail in response. Their tails do not regenerate, but they will live just as good a life without one! In captivity, this species is known to live for up to 20 years!

Food: In the wild, crested geckos feed on both bugs and fruit. I feed Pangea and Repashy dried fruit mixes, mixed with water. Acceptable feeder bugs consist of dubia roaches and crickets as staples, with other insects such as waxworms or black soldier fly larvae as treats. Feeder insects should be supplemented with calcium or a multivitamin!

Gargoyle Gecko Care Guide
Rhacodactylus auriculatus

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Gargoyle geckos are one of the most widely kept species in the reptile industry. This species has become extremely successful in captivity. They are easy to care for, handleable, hardy, and come with an array of different personalities!

Nationality: Gargoyle geckos are native to an island chain off the coast of Australia known as New Caledonia. Named from their projections or "bumps" across their head, appearing to look like horns.

Coloration, Morphs, and Patterns: This species comes in an range of colors including red, orange, yellow, brown, white, and gray. Patterns include striping, banding, and mottling.

Housing: A 20-gallon tank (18x18x24) is the minimum size required for an adult gargoyle gecko. It is possible to cohabitate multiple geckos together, but I do not recommend this for new keepers. Geckos can show aggression and become territorial, even juveniles. Raise them individually until sexual maturity is reached. If breeding, it is best to wait until the female can produce healthy eggs. Never house males together and give your girls a rest every so often!

Habitat: Being from a sub-tropical region, gargoyle geckos should be kept at temperatures ranging in the mid-70s (74-78F), and never at temperatures above 85F. Supplemental heating and lighting is not required, but I recommend it and use it. This species is arboreal and will require adequate climbing space and decor appropriate to climb on.  Appropriate substrate for this species can be solely coco fiber, or something similar, that may retain moisture to help increase humidity. This species requires a humid environment around 60-70% to aid in hydration and shedding. This can be achieved by misting your terrarium to remain within this target range. 

Size and Age: Gargoyle geckos can reach up to 10 inches in length full-grown, tail included. If a gargoyle gecko feels threatened, they may drop their tail in response. Their tails do regenerate over time. In captivity, this species is known to live for up to 20 years!

Food: In the wild, gargoyle geckos feed on both bugs and fruit. I feed Pangea and Repashy dried fruit mixes, mixed with water. Acceptable feeder bugs consist of dubia roaches and crickets as staples, with other insects such as waxworms or black soldier fly larvae as treats. Feeder insects should be supplemented with calcium or a multivitamin!

Leopard Gecko Care Guide
Eublepharis macularius

Leopard geckos are one of the most popular species in the reptile industry. This species has become extremely successful in captivity. They are easy to care for, handleable, hardy, and come with an array of different personalities!

Nationality: Leopard geckos are native to Afghanistan, India, Iran, and Pakistan. 

Housing: A 40-gallon tank is the minimum size required for an adult leopard gecko. Cohabitation is not recommended for this species.

Habitat: Being from a dry grassland and desert region, ambient temperatures should be around 75F, with a basking temperature on one side of their cage ranging from 85-90F. These geckos will primarily be active at night, when temperatures are cooler. No special lighting is required for this species, but a day/night cycle is required. I recommend keeping your juvenile leopard gecko on paper towels. This is easily changeable when cleaning, does not harbor bacteria that carpets do, and does not pose impaction risks that other substrates may. Their tank should be wider, rather than taller, as they are a ground-dwelling gecko that climbs minimally.

Size and Age: Leopard geckos can reach up to 12 inches in length full-grown, tail included. If feeling threatened, this species may drop their tail. Their tails do regenerate, but they do not look quite the same. In captivity, this species is known to live for up to 20 years, although the average age is around 10 years.

Food: In the wild, leopard geckos feed on insects. Acceptable feeders for this species include mealworms and crickets as staples, with superworms and waxworms being a good treat. Fresh water should be provided at all times. Insects should be supplemented with calcium.

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