Scientific name
Gekko gecko
Its bluish-grey colouring bears orange spots. The male’s calls and a powerful defensive bite characterise this large gecko [2].
Origin
Tropical Asia and the Indo-Australian archipelago [2].
- Nocturnal
- Arboreal
- Vocal
At a glance
| ADULT SIZE | Up to 35 cm Zoo reference; length convention not specified [2]. |
|---|---|
| LIFESPAN | ≈ 10 years Captive reference from Central Florida Zoo [2]. |
| LIFESTYLE | Nocturnal Arboreal and insectivorous [1]. |
Adult size
Up to around 35 cm; the zoo does not detail the measurement convention [2].
Lifespan
Around 10 years in captivity according to Central Florida Zoo [2].
Lifestyle
Nocturnal climber [1].
Housing
VERTICAL SHELTERS
Bark and foliage — Vertical bark and foliage; individual housing preferable [1].
Provide vertical bark shelters, foliage and surfaces usable for climbing. Individual housing is preferable [1].
Care parameters
AMBIENT AIR · DAY
26–29 °C — [1] Conversion of 78–85 °F, a veterinary reference.
AMBIENT AIR · NIGHT
23–27 °C — [1] Conversion of 74–80 °F; avoid uniform heat.
Humidity
Monitored spraying — Orange Grove recommends daily droplets; no precise percentage is provided [1].
Ambient air · day
26–29 °C [1] Conversion of 78–85 °F, a veterinary reference.
Ambient air · night
23–27 °C [1] Conversion of 74–80 °F; avoid uniform heat.
Humidity
Monitored spraying Orange Grove recommends daily droplets; no precise percentage is provided [1].
Feeding
AN APPROPRIATE DIET
Insects fed before being offered, given in the evening; clean water available [1].
Feeding
Varied insects, fed before being offered, given in the evening. Remove remaining prey and provide clean water [1].
Behaviour and precautions
The tokay can bite when threatened. Prefer observation and prepare interventions with a secure transport container [2].
Daily monitoring
Record evening meals, calls and shelters used. A log of night-time observations avoids confusing a day spent under cover with a lack of activity. Compare weights taken under the same conditions.
Checklist
- Prepare shelters before arrival.
- Check closures.
- Arrange observations in the evening.
Observations to record
- Meals
- Weight
- Sheds
- Temperature
- Humidity
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Related guides
Original guides in French
Sources
Document-based overview; not a substitute for veterinary advice.
- Orange Grove Animal Hospital — Tokay Gecko Care
Source accessed - Central Florida Zoo — Tokay Gecko
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