BASIC CAPTIVE CARE FOR THE WHITE SPOT GECKO

BASIC CAPTIVE CARE FOR THE WHITE SPOT GECKO


Common Name: White Spot Gecko
Scientific Name: Tarentola a. annularis
Distribution: Northern Africa
Size: 5" - 6"


NATURAL HABITAT :


This arboreal gecko is mostly found in dry rocky habitats
in North Africa. Adult white spot Gecko will require a
24"X17"x12" vivarium when kept in captivity.


BEHAVIOUR :

This lizard is mostly nocturnal.
Very active and rather difficult to hold.
To much handling will stress this small lizard.


CAPTIVE ENVIRONMENT :

Could benifit from some UV (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 bark/gravel
substrate.

TEMPERATURE :

Daytime temperature should be:
Basking Area 85 to 90 degrees F.
Cool Area 78 degrees F.
Night temperature should range between 73-80 degrees F.
Use a reptile heat mat for 24-hour ground heat inside the vivarium.


HUMIDITY / WATER REQUIREMENTS:

This lizard requires low to moderate levels of humidity.
Mist the vivarium once or twice a week.
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.