Crested geckos are solitary reptiles that thrive in medium to large sized enclosures, including tanks of at least 12″x12″x18″.
Bee pollen can help your crested gecko get their appetite stimulated and is also an excellent source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
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Bee pollen is a natural appetite stimulant
Bee pollen is an all-natural appetite stimulant and should be included as part of crested geckos’ diets. Packed full of proteins, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants – including an abundance of iron – bee pollen has numerous health benefits that include increasing immunity while simultaneously killing bacteria. Plus it’s a fantastic energy source! Many reptiles enjoy feeding on bee pollen either alone or mixed into their water supply as part of an enrichment supplement plan.
If your crested gecko has difficulty eating its greens, adding bee pollen may help them. Packed full of minerals, protein, and fiber while offering an appetizing sweet flavor that reptiles love – bee pollen makes an excellent option for picky eaters or those needing to increase appetites.
Stakich bee pollen is 100-percent natural, gluten-free, non-GMO and comes with a money-back guarantee. Use as feeder insect food, sprinkle over greens or add it into fruit pastes or insect dust mixes for use as insect calci dust.
It’s a good source of calcium
Crested geckos need a diet consisting of fruit, vegetables, and insects to thrive and stay healthy for as long as possible. Blending your own food may present some difficulty; but making sure that your crestie receives all of its essential vitamins is worth every effort in ensuring a long and fruitful life.
There are various commercial crested gecko diets on the market, such as NEKTON’s Breed & Growth with Fig, which contains high-quality ingredients like black soldier fly larvae and pea protein; plus brewer’s yeast with calcium supplementation and probiotics to promote digestive health; bee pollen provides additional vitamins and minerals.
This diet is designed to mimic the natural diet of crested geckos without any phosphorus content, though egg-laying females should add extra calcium supplements (ideally one without vitamin D3) in their food at every feeding, to avoid build-up of phosphate deposits. Furthermore, you should offer your crested gecko fruits and vegetables twice weekly for optimal health.
It’s a good source of protein
Bee pollen provides New Caledonia Geckos, Bearded Dragons, Chameleons or Tortoises with extra protein and vitamin intake. Packed full of amino acids, vitamins, minerals, beneficial fatty acids, carotenoids and bioflavonoids it can be mixed into commercial gel diets or used as a gut loader to meet their protein and vitamin requirements.
Crested geckos are generally classified as omnivores or frugivores, with fruit as their primary food source and protein being supplemented through insects in their natural environments as well as frozen crickets, wax worms and other prey items available at pet stores – however these should only be given occasionally as these could contain parasites that could prove hazardous for crested geckos.
crested geckos should supplement their diets with fruits and vegetables such as berries, bananas and mangos – these should make up at least 60%-70 of their diet! For optimal health it is also essential that all fruit be thoroughly washed prior to offering to your crested gecko as some contain compounds harmful for them such as oxalic acid which should not be present.
It’s a good source of antioxidants
Bee pollen provides your reptile with antioxidants that are vital for its overall wellbeing, protecting them against free radicals which could damage cells and lead to disease. Furthermore, it boosts immunity during breeding season or stressful times and even offers extra protection from stressors such as parasites.
Bee Pollen is an excellent option for your crested gecko because it contains no additives and is 100% natural. Not only can it supplement their diet but can be used as bait for feeder insects as well. Available in different sizes, this pollen can also be sprinkled on greens for extra nutrition!
Lugarti Premium Gecko Diet contains more fiber than most commercial gel diets, providing your pet with essential nutrition. However, be mindful that most reptiles cannot digest fiber easily; only feed it in moderation to avoid health issues like digestive upset and other related discomfort.
