Hi, I’m new to terrarium keeping. Three days ago I bought this small gecko. I also bought him this enclosure, which is about 35 × 25 × 20 cm. For now it’s only temporary — once he grows, I will definitely buy a larger one, at least 40 × 40 × 60 cm.
To be honest, I’m not completely sure what species he is. I think he might be some type of fan fingered gecko. I would really appreciate some basic information about him — what kind of setup he needs, whether UVB is necessary, and whether a 25 W bulb is enough for now. Under the bulb, the temperature on the stone is around 31 °C.
Should I add more hides and artificial plants to the enclosure? Is the substrate suitable? At the moment it’s a mixed substrate with coconut fiber/bark.
He isn’t eating much yet and stays hidden most of the time, which I understand since he is a nocturnal species. Will he become more active during the day over time?
I will be grateful for any advice or experience. Please be honest and tell me everything you know.
Thank you very much.
To be honest, I’m not completely sure what species he is. I think he might be some type of fan fingered gecko. I would really appreciate some basic information about him — what kind of setup he needs, whether UVB is necessary, and whether a 25 W bulb is enough for now. Under the bulb, the temperature on the stone is around 31 °C.
Should I add more hides and artificial plants to the enclosure? Is the substrate suitable? At the moment it’s a mixed substrate with coconut fiber/bark.
He isn’t eating much yet and stays hidden most of the time, which I understand since he is a nocturnal species. Will he become more active during the day over time?
I will be grateful for any advice or experience. Please be honest and tell me everything you know.
Thank you very much.
