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Crested Geckos (Correlophus ciliatus) Care Guide (and other New Caledonian geckos)

Crested Geckos (Correlophus ciliatus) Care Guide (and other New Caledonian geckos)



Crested Geckos (Correlophus ciliatus)

This general care guide applies to other New Caledonian species such as Rhacodactylus and Eurydactylodes spp., with minor adjustments to enclosure size and feeding schedules.


  • Terrarium (18x18x24 for one or larger)
  • Substrate (repti safe organic soil mixture, Arcadia Earthpro or reptisoil)
  • Heating (If your room is frequently <70’F) 75-85’ max
  • UVB recommended, Arcadia 2.4% Shade Dweller
  • Mister (hand pump or automated Monsoon or Mistking)
  • Food (powdered diet (less frequent with D3 if using uvb) and insects)
  • Food and water arboreal magnet dish
  • Plants and decorations (Isopods and live plants for bioactive vivariums)
  • Your new gecko! 
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    Ball Python (Python regius) care

    • Lifespan 30+ years
    • Size Females 3-5 feet, Males 2-3 feet.
    • Carnivores Rodents (Rats, mice and African Soft Furs), small birds, etc.
    • Temperature 78-96'f
    • Humidity 50-60%
    • Minimum enclosure 36x18x12 or long enough for the snake to stretch out completely. Bigger is better!

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    Pantherophis guttatus, Corn Snake Care

    • 20+ years
    • Up to 6ft
    • Low 65-74 High 88-96'
    • Deep substrate, humid hide, large water dish, climbing branches, basking rock pile
    • Arcadia Shade dweller Max UVB, or 6%
    • Minimum enclosure 36x18x12 or large enough for the snake to stretch out. Bigger is better!

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