African Fat-Tailed Geckos are territorial and solitary. These fast growing creatures reach maturity at between 7-9 inches head to tail length in males.
Plants like succulents are easy to take care of; all they require is access to fresh water in a bowl and optimal humidity levels of 40-60% for their wellbeing.
They are predominantly insectivores, feeding on crickets, mealworms, wax worms and other insects easily available to them. Before feeding any feeder insects should be gut-loaded with reptile calcium powder for safe consumption by their reptile host.
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Crickets
African Fat-Tailed Geckos in captivity may be fed a range of live prey items such as crickets, locusts, cockroaches and calci-worms as feeder insects. Before feeding them to your gecko it’s essential that these feeder insects be dusted with calcium, multivitamins and vitamin D3. You could even try “gut loading” the insects to increase nutrition for your reptile.
This species of gecko is known for its long, fat tail where they store excess fat – an adaptation that allows it to survive the dry grasslands of West Africa where it lives. Though typically skittish when young, these lizards usually become quite docile after being handled and handled often use quiet squeaks as communication among male and female geckos alike.
These lizards require a substrate with moisture-retaining capabilities, such as a 70/30 mix of top soil and sand or fine orchid bark, that can maintain humidity levels. Furthermore, it’s crucial to regularly mist their tank to ensure clean conditions within their habitat.
Mealworms
African Fat-Tailed Geckos are insectivorous reptiles that consume various insect species. Crickets are an easy choice as they’re readily available and convenient to feed to your gecko; other acceptable sources could include cockroaches as long as they don’t become too large for consumption.
These insects are an excellent source of protein and should be added regularly to your African Fat-Tailed Gecko’s diet. You can find them at most pet stores or online, just be sure to gut load the insects first before feeding them to him/her!
Always provide your lizard with access to fresh, clean water in its enclosure – shallow containers with easy access will do. Misting should be performed daily to maintain humidity levels between 50-70%; during periods of shedding it may eat less to replenish lost nutrients.
Insects
African fat-tail geckos are insectivores, meaning they only consume insects and drink water for sustenance. Their diet primarily consists of crickets which are readily available and high in proteins – perfect for feeding to your gecko. Before feeding them to your gecko it is advised that they be gut loaded first to ensure optimal results.
Your African fat tail gecko should only ever receive dubia roaches, meal worms, wax worms and cockroach nymphs as supplements to their diet. Remember only ever use insects that are in great health as overfeeding could lead to health issues for your gecko.
Your lizard’s habitat should always include fresh, clean water for its health. Humidity levels in its vivarium should remain between 50-60%; you can achieve this by spraying daily using sphagnum moss and live plants to achieve this level.
Fish
African Fat-Tailed Geckos require a humidity level between 50-60% for optimal conditions in their enclosure, which can be achieved by spraying their enclosure regularly with water while adding live plants such as moss. They also need access to fresh drinking water at all times, so their small water dish must be regularly maintained and clean.
These lizards require minimal care requirements, making them an excellent option for those with limited time for reptile care. Food should be offered periodically while their habitat or tank needs cleaning up from time to time – the main responsibilities lie here.
If your geckos seem to be shedding frequently but aren’t eating much, this could indicate their intestines are becoming blocked with undigested food or substrate. You can try giving them a warm bath and/or gentle massage in an attempt to unclog their digestive tracts; otherwise consult a veterinarian as they may suggest tailoring a diet specifically tailored to each pet – this may involve decreasing consumption of certain insects altogether or switching types altogether.
