GARGOYLE GECKO

• OVERVIEW

  The Gargoyle Gecko is a Nocturnal species of lizard native to the subtropical regions go New Caledonia. Adult Geckos can grow to be 7-10 inches long and weigh between 40-60 grams.

  They make great first reptiles due to their docile nature and easy going attitude. You can make their setups using plastic plants or even go for a fully bio active paradise using live reptile safe plants!

  • Care level: Easy

  • Average lifespan: 15 years

  • General nature: Docile, Comical, Sweet

  • Suitable for children? Yes

• ENCLOSURE ENVIRONMENT

  Recommended readings:

  • Hot spot: N/A (sensitive to high heat)

  • Background temp: 23⁰C-25⁰C

  • Night-time temp: 23⁰C-25⁰C

  • Humidity: 60%-80%

  • UVI: 0 – 0.7 (Maximum UVI: 0.6 – 1.4 in basking zone)

• SHOPPING LIST ESSENTIALS

  • Suitable housing (Glass Terrarium)

  • Coir (or other substrate)

  • Foliage (fake or live)

  • Feeding ledge

  • Gecko powdered diet

  • Small water Bowl

  • Spray bottle

  • Relevant supplements

  • Decor of choice

  • Small heat mat (winter)

• HOUSING

  • An adult Gargoyle Gecko will require a glass Terrarium 45x45x60cm minimum.

  • Glass tanks are recommended over wooden tanks for Gargoyle Geckos as they have more ventilation and don't hold too much heat.

• HEATING

  • Gargoyle Geckos are sensitive to high heat and are usually most happy kept at room temp. In winter we recommend a small heat mat is placed on the outside of the enclosure controlled by a Microclimate mini stat to take they chill off.

• LIGHTING

  • No additional light source required.

• DIET & SUPPLEMENTS

  • Gargoyle Geckos should be offered a specialist Gecko powdered diet for the most part.

  • Insects should also be offered 1-2 times per weeks dusted with relevant supplements