🦎 Crested Gecko Care Sheet | Roxy’s Pet Shop
About Crested Geckos
Scientific Name: Correlophus ciliatus
Lifespan: 15–20 years
Adult Size: 8–10 inches (including tail)
Temperament: Docile, great for beginners
Housing
- Minimum Enclosure Size: 45 x 45 x 45cm (18x18x18") for one adult gecko.
- Type: Front-opening glass terrarium preferred.
- Substrate:
- Adults: Coconut fibre, orchid bark or bioactive mix.
- Juveniles: Paper towel or kitchen roll for safety and easy cleaning.
- Décor: Branches, vines, hides, plants (real or artificial) for climbing and cover.
Heating & Lighting
- Temperature: 22–26°C (72–78°F) daytime, 18–22°C (64–72°F) nighttime.
- Heating: No special heat required unless your room drops below 18°C.
- Lighting: Low-level UVB (2–5%) is optional but beneficial. Use a 12-hour light/dark cycle.
Humidity & Water
- Humidity Level: 60–80%
- Misting: Light mist 1–2 times daily to maintain humidity. Allow to dry between misting.
- Water: Provide a shallow water dish at all times.
Feeding
- Main Diet: Quality Crested Gecko Diet Powder (CGD) mixed with water, offered every 2–3 days.
- Insects (Treat): Crickets, locusts or roaches dusted with calcium + D3 once per week.
- Supplements: Calcium with D3 to prevent deficiencies.
Handling
- Gentle and limited handling recommended.
- Cresties may jump when startled.
- Never grab by the tail — they can drop it (it won’t regrow).
Cleaning
- Spot Clean: Daily (remove waste and uneaten food).
- Deep Clean: Monthly with reptile-safe disinfectant.
🛒 Essential Shopping List
✔️ Vivarium or Terrarium (45x45x45cm or larger)
✔️ Substrate (Coconut Fiber / Orchid Bark / Paper Towels)
✔️ Branches, Vines, Cork Bark & Plants (Climbing & Hiding)
✔️ Ground & Elevated Hides
✔️ Feeding Ledge / Small Bowls
✔️ Shallow Water Dish
✔️ Thermometer & Hygrometer
✔️ Misting Bottle / Sprayer
✔️ Optional UVB Light (2-5%)
✔️ Crested Gecko Diet Powder (Pangea, Repashy, etc.)
✔️ Calcium + D3 Supplement
✔️ Occasional Live Insects (Crickets, Roaches)
✔️ Reptile-Safe Disinfectant