Crested Gecko Care Sheet Reference & Starter Info

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We at Legacy Exotics, feel it is very important that everyone remain informed on the basic & advanced needs for Crested Geckos care and handling for a long lively and healthy life. 

To assist in quick reference guides for care and healthy living - here's a guide we have of our own.

Crested Gecko Care Guide

Enclosure Setup:

• Maintain moderate temperatures (72-78°F / 22-25°C) with slight nighttime drops.
• Keep humidity levels between 60-80% by regular misting.
• Provide a spacious, well-furnished habitat with climbing branches, artificial foliage, and hiding spots.
• Consider a bio-active setup with live plants, drainage layers, cocoa fiber, and proper ventilation for a natural ecosystem.

Diet:

• Offer a balanced mix of powdered gecko diets like Pangea, Repashy, or Lugarti's, and live insects like crickets or Dubai roaches.
• Dust insects with calcium supplements for added nutrition.
• Feed every other day, removing uneaten food promptly.

Daily Care:

• Monitor humidity levels daily using a hygrometer and mist appropriately to maintain humidity (60-80%).
• Ensure a clean bowl of fresh water is available every day.
• Check for shedding or health issues.
• Perform a thorough weekly cleaning, removing waste and refreshing their living space.

Bio-active Variants:

• Incorporate live plants like pothos or ferns, clean-up crew insects like isopods and springtails, and live moss for aesthetics and humidity.
• Use substrates like a mixture of cocoa fiber and soil base, along with a drainage layer for moisture management.
• Ensure proper ventilation within the enclosure for a healthy environment.

Enclosure Size Consistency:

• As crested geckos grow, ensure their enclosure size remains appropriate to their size.
• Upgrading the enclosure to match their growth helps reduce stress and promotes a comfortable environment.

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Regeneration in Crested Geckos:

• Limbs: Unlike some other reptile species, crested geckos do not possess the ability to regenerate lost limbs, such as toes. Once lost, limbs do not regrow.
• Tail: Similarly, crested geckos do not have the capability to regenerate their tails once lost. Once a tail is dropped as a defense mechanism, it does not regrow.

 Maintaining Cleanliness During Healing:

• It's crucial to keep the habitat clean when a crested gecko is healing from any lost limbs.
• Ensure a clean and hygienic environment to minimize the risk of infection.
• Perform regular spot cleaning and maintain proper hygiene practices to aid in their healing process.

First Aid for Wounds:

• If a crested gecko sustains a minor wound, carefully clean the area with a sterile saline solution or gentle, diluted iodine solution.
• Apply a thin layer of silver colloidal gel or a small amount of Neosporin (without pain relief or other additives) to the wound as directed by a reptile veterinarian.
• Ensure the enclosure remains clean and sterile to prevent infection and aid in the healing process.

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Outside Sources with information:

We have found many awesome guides that would help you get started on the ins & outs of keeping these creatures. I'll post links below for you to visit these other websites 

Here are some helpful links in regards to care sheet/guides:

Pangea Crested Gecko Care 

Reptile Magazine Crested Gecko Care Sheet

Zilla Crested Gecko Care Guide

Dubai.com Care Guide

Plus many more links we will add in the future! These are some of the most accurate guides I've come across and they are also great sources for supplies links. 

Feel free to message us any time if you need further assistance! for proper care & starting up a new vivarium requirements. 

New Owners:

We do receive a lot of inquiries about obtaining a new companion, but, a lot of times, people are new to owning one and we'd suggest that full research and knowledge be obtained prior to ownership. We do offer lifetime help to our customers if they need advice regarding their gecko. Keep in mind, when owning an animal, it is for their full lifetime and we ask you agree to provide necessities for your new gecko prior to purchase/adoption.