Species Overview
The Crested Gecko (Correlophus ciliatus) is a tree-dwelling gecko native to New Caledonia. It is easily recognized by the crest-like ridges running from the eyes down the back.
Once thought extinct, the species was rediscovered in 1994 and has since become one of the most popular pet geckos worldwide.
🦎 Quick Care Facts
- Care Difficulty：Beginner
- Enclosure：≥ 45 × 45 × 60 cm (vertical enclosure)
- Temperature：Day 22–26°C / Night 18–22°C
- Humidity：60%–80%
- Activity Cycle：Nocturnal
- Diet：Omnivorous (fruit-based)
- Arboreal enclosure with ample vertical space
- Branches, foliage, and hiding areas are essential
- Maintain good ventilation while preserving humidity
- Staple diet: commercial Crested Gecko Diet (CGD)
- Supplement with live insects 1–2 times per week
- Use calcium and multivitamin supplements as needed
- Calm but easily startled
- Tolerates short handling sessions
- Avoid frequent or prolonged handling
- Low humidity may cause shedding problems
- Calcium deficiency can lead to MBD
- Overfeeding sugary diets may result in obesity
Is This Species Right for You?
✔ First-time reptile keepers
✔ Those seeking a low-maintenance, quiet pet
✔ Enthusiasts of visually unique arboreal reptiles
The Crested Gecko is one of the best entry-level reptiles available today.
