Many people feed crested geckos jelly pots, which is not appropriate as this processed food lacks essential vitamins and nutrients they require for good health.
Jelly pots may lead to diabetes, weight gain and malnutrition; we therefore suggest feeding whole foods and supplements instead.
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Jelly pots should never be offered as treats for crested geckos; they offer no nutritional benefit and consist of nothing more than water, sugar and fructose. By including these processed foods in their diets, crested geckos increase their risk for diabetes, weight gain and malnutrition – instead try feeding a variety of whole foods and supplements instead!
Fruit is another fantastic food choice for crested gecko enclosures, particularly mangoes which help to hydrate them and provide vitamins. Blueberries contain many antioxidants and minerals and you can incorporate them into their diet through juice or paste blends; plums and pears also offer plenty of hydration benefits for their consumption.
Cresteed gecko locusts may make a nutritious part of any balanced diet. Before feeding them to your pet, however, make sure that you gut load and dust these insects carefully to reduce risks to their health.
Meal Replacement Powder (MRP)
Crested Geckos and Day Geckos alike will all appreciate a tasty treat made of high protein jelly fortified with honey, fruit or other flavors – perfect as part of a varied and nutritional diet! Anoles will also benefit from its inclusion.
An MRP stands out from its competition by providing more than just protein; rather, it aims to replace meals by providing carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals not found in typical protein shakes.
This MRP contains 24 essential vitamins and minerals (based on two servings), digestive enzymes and greens blend for maximum absorption, natural sources of fibre and dairy-free formula that is dairy-free as well as suitable for vegans. However, some ingredients include beef bone broth which might not be appropriate.
Live Food
Crested geckos in the wild are opportunistic feeders and can be seen eating an assortment of items, but as pet owners we should limit certain food that could harm them. For instance, we should avoid feeding our crested geckos wild insects from inside or outside as these may contain parasites that could compromise their health, along with harmful pesticides that are toxic to them.
Strawberries are another food choice loved by crested geckos, as they contain antioxidants and Vitamin C at an economical calorie count. You can offer strawberries whole or blend into smoothie-type consistency for best results.
Pet stores typically offer pre-mixed diets for crested geckos that include fruits and vegetables mixed with insect matter, providing an option for those without the time or ability to cut and prepare fresh produce themselves at home.
Supplements
Crested geckos require a diet rich in variety and whole food is best. I would avoid feeding strawberries as treats too frequently may contain high levels of oxalic acid which could lead to calcium deficiency. Baby food may also contain citric acid and artificial sweeteners which could cause adverse reactions; so its best to keep away.
Black Panther Zoological has created the Perfect Gecko Diet which includes all of the vitamins and minerals your crestie requires for good health – at an unbeatably affordable price point! Premade jellies simply do not compare.
Create your own jelly pots at home using natural powder such as Pro Rep’s Veg Gel which is fortified with protein and mixed with fruit extract or natural flavors for an effective way to add additional vegetables into a Cresties diet. Or buy additional supplements such as Fluker’s Cricket Fresh Feed Vacuum Pack or Black Panther Zoological Supplements from Black Panther Zoological.
