BASIC CAPTIVE CARE FOR THE FAN FOOTED GECKO

BASIC CAPTIVE CARE FOR THE FAN FOOTED GECKO


Common Name: Fan-footed Gecko
Scientific Name: Ptyodactylus hasselquisti
Distribution: North Africa
Size: 5" - 7"



NATURAL HABITAT :


This gecko is found in dry rocky scrubland habitats
in North Africa. Adult Fan-footed Gecko will require a
24"X17"x12" vivarium when kept in captivity.


BEHAVIOUR :

Males can become territorial, Keep separate from other males.
Very active and rather difficult to hold.


CAPTIVE ENVIRONMENT :

May benefit from UV lighting (Activa/Arcadia D3).
Provide a basking area with access to a cooler area.
This lizard likes plenty of hiding places ( imitation plants).
Also supply lots of climbing branches. Use sand/gravel
or bark substrate.

TEMPERATURE :

Daytime temperature should be:
Basking Area 80 to 85 degrees F.
Cool Area 77 degrees F.
Night temperature should range between 70-75 degrees F.
Use a reptile heat mat for 24-hour ground heat inside the vivarium.


HUMIDITY / WATER REQUIREMENTS:

This species requires low to moderate levels of humidity.
Supply a medium size shallow bowl for drinking and bathing.


NUTRITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

This species is a carnivore, these lizards like assorted insects.
Always offer a variety, black or brown crickets, mealworms, waxworms,
Small Locust. Always use a good dusting supplement.