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Are African fat-tailed geckos friendly?

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Are African fat-tailed geckos friendly?

In the wild, and in captivity, African Fat-Tailed Geckos are extremely docile, gentle and calm lizards, who spend their time sleeping, basking and occasionally hunting for insects during the night. They are unlikely to scratch or bite other animals or humans over food or territory, unless strongly threatened.

How long do African fat-tailed geckos live for?

10-15 years
The African fat-tailed gecko lifespan ranges from 10-15 years and tends to live more in captivity. The breeding process for this species is from November to March and mate with multiple partners. The male is larger and more dominating than the females.

Do fat-tailed geckos get lonely?

African fat-tailed geckos do just fine in solitary enclosures. While you can keep them in groups, you must be careful about how you house them. You should never keep two males together. Males are notoriously territorial and will fight until they lose their tails.

Do African fat tailed geckos need heat lamp?

Heating and Lighting Fat Tailed Geckos are nocturnal, which means that they do not require the same bright lighting and UVB set up that diurnal lizards would require. They do require supplemental heat, however, and should be maintained with a hot side of 90 – 95 degrees, and a cool side that is 80 degrees or cooler.

Why won’t my African fat tailed gecko eat?

The most common reason why your gecko may stop eating is because it is simply too cold. African fat-tailed geckos require a warm and cool side to their enclosure, enabling them to thermoregulate. The cool side should be around 80°F, while the warm side should range between 90ºF and 95°F.

What do African fat tail geckos eat?

Fat-tailed Geckos in captivity are usually fed insects that are mainly from two categories. They are fed crickets or various types of larval insects (mealworms, wax-worms, hornworms etc…).

Why won’t my African fat-tailed gecko eat?

How often should I feed my African fat tail gecko?

Feeding Your African Fat-Tailed Gecko The general rule is to offer 2 appropriately-sized bugs per 1 inch of your leopard gecko’s length, or however much they can eat in 15 minutes. Juveniles should be fed daily, and young adults fed every other day/every 3 days.

How long can a fat tailed gecko go without eating?

What you may not know is that your African fat-tailed gecko can go 10 to 14 days without food, though it’s not healthy. If your gecko suddenly stops eating, you want to keep a close eye on them, identifying any other symptoms, which may be cause for concern. Remember to provide food, even if your pet isn’t eating.

Do geckos lose their tail?

Some species of geckos, including leopard geckos and day geckos, have a defense mechanism that allows them to “drop” their tails when they feel threatened. Fortunately, gecko tail loss is a natural phenomenon, and your pet should come through it just fine.