Crested Gecko — breed guide

At a glance

Group

gecko

Size

Toy

Weight

0.03–0.06 kg (0–0 lb)

Life span

15–20 years

Coat

Eyelash fringes and velvet skin in flame and harlequin patterns

Living with a Crested Gecko

• Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
• Light grooming — a brush now and then.
• Light shedding.
• Can be stubborn.
• Very quiet.
• Good with children.
• Not always easy with other dogs — introduce carefully.
• Keep the enclosure secure and out of a cat's reach.
• Suits apartment living, given its daily walks.
• A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
• Sensitive to heat; keep summer walks short.
• Feels the cold.

Temperament

Jumpy · Gentle · Nocturnal

Health to watch

• Floppy tail syndrome
• Metabolic bone disease

Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.

Did you know

Believed extinct until rediscovered in New Caledonia in 1994 — now one of the most-kept geckos on earth.

Questions people ask

Is a Crested Gecko good with kids?

Generally yes. Crested Geckos are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.

Is a Crested Gecko good with cats?

With care. Keep the enclosure secure and sited where a cat cannot loom over it — being watched is stressful even through glass.

How much exercise does a Crested Gecko need?

A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.

Can a Crested Gecko handle hot weather?

It is sensitive; avoid the midday heat.