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Species profile · Diplodactylidae

Correlophus ciliatus

Complete care sheet and morph genetics registry for the crested gecko — husbandry parameters, diet, breeding and pairing calculator.

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Adult size
20–25 cm
Lifespan
15–20 yrs
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperament
Docile
Activity
Nocturnal
Reproduction
Oviparous
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Husbandry requirements

Crested Gecko — origin: New Caledonia — forests.

Terrarium temperature gradient

Night min18 °C
Cool side20–22 °C
Warm side24–26 °C

A room-temperature species: above sustained ~28-29 °C, risk of death — above all do not overheat

Enclosure (adult)
45 × 45 × 60 cm

Vertical, densely planted terrarium

Plenty of branches and foliage; height > width

Humidity
60–80 %

Mist in the evening; let it dry out between mistings

Substrate
Coco fibreBioactiveAbsorbent paper
UVB
Optional

Optional; a low UVB (Ferguson zone 1) is beneficial

Water source
Always available

Misting + a small dish

Origin
Diplodactylidae

New Caledonia — forests

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Feeding & health

Diet

Omnivore — complete powdered diet (CGD, e.g. Repashy/Pangea) — Complete powder + occasional insects (crickets, dubia)

Powdered diet = very simple; supplement with calcium if feeding insects

Breeding
Oviparous

Clutch 1–2 eggs/young. Several clutches per season

Health watch points
  • MBD (calcium/D3 deficiency)
  • Tail loss
  • Floppy tail syndrome
  • Impaction
  • Overheating
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Morphs & genetics

Registry of 4 documented genes and 1 named combos for Crested Gecko.

  • Lilly WhiteDom
  • AxanthicRec
  • CappuccinoDom
  • Soft ScaleDom
Named combos — 1 documented combined morphs
Frappuccino
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Pairing calculator

Pick each parent's genotype — clutch probabilities update live. Free, no sign-up.

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Crested Gecko × Crested Gecko

Probabilities per gene (independent loci).

GeneParent AParent B
Expected clutchSelect at least one gene on a parent.
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Frequently asked questions

Answers to the most common questions about keeping the crested gecko.

How big does an adult Crested Gecko get?▾
An adult Crested Gecko typically measures 20–25 cm (tail often lost and not regenerated — with no consequence for the animal).
What temperature and humidity does a Crested Gecko need?▾
A gradient of roughly 20–22 °C on the cool side to 24–26 °C on the warm side. Humidity 60–80 %.
What does a Crested Gecko eat?▾
Omnivore — complete powdered diet (CGD, e.g. Repashy/Pangea): Complete powder + occasional insects (crickets, dubia).
Is the Crested Gecko a good reptile for beginners?▾
Beginner level. Docile but jumpy; gentle handling is possible Plan ahead: a lifespan of 15–20 yrs.

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