Crested geckos (Correlophus ciliatus) are arboreal geckos from New Caledonia, once thought extinct and rediscovered in 1994. They are popular because they are calm, can thrive at typical room temperatures and eat a commercially prepared complete diet alongside insects. This hub collects every crested gecko guide on the site.
Crested Gecko Quick Facts
| Adult size | About 20–25 cm (8–10 in) including tail |
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| Lifespan | Commonly 15–20 years |
| Enclosure (adult) | Tall, arboreal setup; many guides suggest at least 45 × 45 × 60 cm (18 × 18 × 24 in), larger is better |
| Temperature | About 22–26 °C (72–78 °F); avoid sustained temperatures above ~28 °C (82 °F) |
| Humidity | Around 50–60% by day, rising to 70–80% after evening misting, with a dry-out period |
| Diet | Complete crested gecko diet (powder mixed with water) plus occasional dusted insects |
| Tail | Dropped tails do not grow back |
Start Here
- Crested gecko care sheet: enclosure, temps, humidity and diet
- What do crested geckos eat? CGD, insects and fruit
Compare With Other Beginner Reptiles
- Leopard gecko guides: a ground-dwelling gecko with very different heat and humidity needs.
- What reptiles can you own in the UK?
Trusted Outside Resources
- RSPCA: Crested gecko care sheet (PDF)
- Tree of Life Exotics: Crested gecko care
- ARAV: find a reptile vet
My Healthy Reptile guides are research-based summaries of veterinary and welfare guidance, not hands-on product testing. Always consult a qualified reptile vet about a sick animal.
