Reptiles, just like the crested gecko can be tricky to decipher. Unlike cats and dogs where you can immediately see if something wrong with them, crested geckos require you to be a keen observer. Even the most normal behavior can mean something else in the world of reptiles. A simple opening of the mouth of …
Crested Gecko
It can be a bit hard to decipher the behaviors of your crested gecko. In general, they just love to eat and lay around, but what does it mean when they start digging? Are they trying to find a way to escape? Or do they just love to dig? Also, is it normal for crested …
Because I’m new to keeping Crested Geckos, I needed to know what the best way is to keep their vivarium at the right temperature. I found out that there are a lot of different ways to heat a Crested Gecko’s environment, including heat mats — but are heat mats really necessary or the best option? …
Ever been caring for your crested gecko, only to find that he is squeaking up a storm? There is a reason behind this, and today you’re about to find out! Here is why your crested gecko is squeaking. Crested geckos squeak as a way of saying, “I am afraid,” or “Leave me alone.” This is …
Do crested geckos need light at night? Is it okay for them to have limited to zero visibility? You might be asking these questions especially if you have a newly set up enclosure, and you are wondering how your crested gecko will do during the night. Crested geckos do not need light during the night. …
If you are on the hunt for a low-maintenance and easy-going pet, then you don’t need to look any further than crested geckos. They’re very popular to keep as pets and perfect especially if you have children. However, sometimes things don’t always go so smoothly. Some people notice that their crested geckos have grown aggressive, …
If it is your first time to set up a crested gecko enclosure, you might be a bit intimidated. Of course, you would not want to fry your crested gecko as well as let him freeze. This scenario can make you go overboard and you are left with a bunch of bulbs and heat lamps …
Crested Geckos make amazing pets- they are tiny dinosaurs with the loveliest eyelashes. They are quite docile and like being handled. It’s no secret why humans have so much affection for Crested Geckos, but you may wonder if they can feel that same affection for us. The answer may surprise you! Are Crested Geckos Affectionate? …
If you walk into a reptile room or catch a whiff of a crested gecko habitat that smells bad, you may begin to wonder just what it is about these creatures that smells so foul. Crested geckos do not smell. Instead, it is poorly maintained tanks that are the reasoning behind this stinky smell. Failure …
As you work to put together a great crested gecko habitat, you likely think of lots of questions about what you need. One of the most common ones we get is, “Do crested geckos need UVB?” Do Crested Geckos Need UVB? The answer is, not really. Some gecko keepers argue that it can make the …