Will Crested Geckos Eat Each Other?

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Crested regularly commit cannibalism in the wild and

will eat almost any living thing that can fit in their mouth

. This includes baby or smaller crested geckos. So, if you already have a larger and see a cute little baby one, or vice versa, it is best to leave the situation alone.

Can you keep two male crested geckos together?

Females and males don't fight over territory. Males generally only attack other males in their space. For this reason,

you'll never want to keep two male crested geckos in the same enclosure

. This will very likely result in fighting, which could cause injury or death for your geckos.

Can I house my crested geckos together?

They will injure one another. They will BOTH suffer and possibly even die. If you intend to breed your crested geckos then temporarily housing a male and female or male and

a trio of females together is just fine

. Also, females can be kept together in a small group, which works for many keepers.

How do you introduce crested geckos to each other?


You can keep one male and several female crested geckos together

. Male crested geckos may fight, particularly when in the company of females, and should not be kept together. Crested geckos can live 15-20 years in captivity.

How big of a tank do you need for 2 crested geckos?

One adult can live in a 12′′ x 12′′ x 18′′ enclosure for its entire life. However, if you want to have more than one, Exo Terras

18′′ x 18′′ x 24′′

is the minimum size for a pair or trio of crested geckos. Exo Terras screen enclosures can also be used, but you will spend more time keeping the humidity up in this enclosure.

Can crested geckos eat bananas?

yes,

crested geckos can eat bananas

. While being high in potassium bananas inhibit optimal calcium absorption into the system. However, they have numerous other nutrients that are good for your cresty.

How many crested geckos can live in a 18x18x24?

A terrarium for a group of crested geckos should be at least 18x18x24 inches. You can house a pair in such a terrarium. A larger terrarium will be necessary for groups of

up to five crested geckos

. The larger the terrarium, the bigger the group you can keep.

Do crested geckos like to be held?

Crested Geckos make amazing pets- they are tiny dinosaurs with

the loveliest eyelashes

. They are quite docile and like being handled.

How many babies do crested geckos have?

During a breeding season, female crested geckos will lay a clutch of

two eggs every

30 to 45 days.

How can I tell if my crested gecko is male or female?


Males develop external hemipenal bulges located

at the base of the tail with preanal pores directly in front of the vent. Females have a flattened area at the base of the tail with small external bulges. Both males and females exhibit cloacal spurs, so this cannot be used as a determinant of the sex.

Can a crested gecko live in a 20 gallon long?

A crested gecko weighing

25 grams or more can live

in a 20-gallon long tank, although a larger tank (30-gallon or larger) is better. … If you use a 20-gallon long tank, you'll need to convert it into a crested gecko tank and place it vertically.

Can a crested gecko enclosure be too big?


A tank can never be too big for a crested gecko

. … However, juvenile crested geckos should be housed in standard-sized tanks (up to 30-gallon). Tanks larger than 30-gallon should not be used for crested geckos that weigh less than 25 grams.

How old is a 3 inch crested gecko?

Age Weight Body Length with Tail Hatchling 1.5-2 grams 2.5-3 inches Baby (

2 months

) 3 grams 3-4 inches
Juvenile (3 months) 4 grams 3-5 inches Juvenile (4 months) 5 grams 4-6 inches

Can crested geckos eat oranges?


Crested geckos can eat oranges but should be avoided

. Oranges have a good calcium-to-phosphorus ratio but have a higher oxalic acid level. … It's recommended to give fruit, including oranges, only as a treat to your crested gecko.

What is a crested geckos favorite food?

My favorite things to eat are

fruits, vegetables, and insects

,” she replied. “Carrots, watermelon and meal worms

Can crested geckos swim?

Yes,

crested geckos can swim but they are not natural swimmers

; they do not really swim when out in the wild unless they are compelled to. With crested geckos, it is really about survival – if the situation at hand requires that they fight it out, even if the “battleground” happens to be water, they will do it.

Diane Mitchell
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Diane Mitchell is an animal lover and trainer with over 15 years of experience working with a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, and horses. She has worked with leading animal welfare organizations. Diane is passionate about promoting responsible pet ownership and educating pet owners on the best practices for training and caring for their furry friends.