Crested Gecko Care Guide 2024

[@KolkoKat]

This came at a REALLY great time! I was just researching about these guys as I’m saving for them and my parents said I can FINALLY get one, and I couldn’t find a good up to date video! So thank you!

[@Dakotahblueexotics]

We also have a great care guide article on our website dakotahblueexotics.com if you're looking for more info! Just published a few days ago

[@KolkoKat]

@@Dakotahblueexotics oh thank you! I’ll definitely read into that!

[@robtobbos0120]

Still have to convince my parents because I just got a scorpion😅

[@keatonhelm2815]

@@Dakotahblueexoticsif i put a hatchling in a 12x12x15 would that be good until it gets 6 months old?

[@TheAnimeKid778]

Your gonna love rhem

[@PetitePhillyLife]

My crested and gargoyles are in my bedroom and every night you hear them doing crazy shit so the bigger the better. Eventually I’d like to get 24x24x36 for all of them but I currently don’t have the space for that. They are set up in 20 gal tanks w I heart gecko doors. I also give them uvb here and there

[@MrHillbilly]

Come 1am my crestie makes so much noise I wake up thinking somebody is breaking into my house!! My tank has a water feature and he loves splashing around in it.

[@courtneyc9132]

Yessss what a dream 😻 someday!

[@Sausageflop]

I’ve got a 67 galllon 24x18x36 for my little guy/girl

[@Driftinnick_Aquatics]

Same we have 5 cresties and 1 bearded dragon all in our room dragon goes hard all day and then the cresties go hard af all night 😂😂

[@garfapple4710]

This was so convenient I just got my baby crested gecko on Sunday so this definitely helped with some of the confusion!

[@koralreefs]

perfect timing, getting a crested gecko in June hopefully! Currently have a 18x18x36 set up for an adult.

[@saralou123]

I hope you’re feeling better! Great video as always!

[@KittenCece]

Would you consider making a video on what plants are safe & good & recommended for crested geckos? I seem to be having a hard time finding a video form version of this and think it would be a great way to fill a need & promote your website 😀

[@luxurypetscz]

THIS! rn I just got a dwarf bannana plant and a stawbery plant because there's no general guide on which plants are safe so I just gave them the two plants that I would eat lol.

[@taitummason]

Pothos are always great! Anything with big leaves they can jump on/through, monstera is another common one I see :))

[@lovemadalynn]

"maybe ya got a big fat 80g gecko thatd be something to see" LMFAOOO

[@caughtafaygo]

Loved it, absorbing it all man, thank you! 🤘

[@dessence27]

When you have to tell a person to give their pet “water” is EPIC!!! I must have just chuckled so hard!!!

[@Felizblocc-mni9ne]

I just got 2 thank you I been into reptiles for years but just now getting into geckos

[@rachaels8leggedwonders448]

Great video! I work with a rescue and we may be getting a big surrender of cresties. Great info!!

[@Dakotahblueexotics]

Awesome to hear!

[@Cannonbrick]

This information was absolutely amazing. But I do have one question, how long will it take for my crested gecko to start eating? I know that they take a few days to adjust to the new enclosure, but how long of is too long?

[@SMUDGE_CJ]

Just got a baby crested gecko they are so cute

[@finnthecat3429]

Loved this video, Dakotah! ♥

[@Dakotahblueexotics]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@AprielleCarpenter]

thank you! i’ve only owned chameleons and my friend needed to rehome his gecko due to an emergency and lack of care. i really really appreciate this information!!

[@decker6239]

Its definitely easiest when it comes to cost if you only have 1. Having a handleful makes that cost for the absolute dream setups for them to be costly and takes up a large amount of space. I got 4, two babies housed together in a 12×18×24, one adult male in a 18×18×24, and one semi adult housed in a 24x18×18 since he doesn't seem to much height since I've always seen him countlessly at night in the middle of the cage or walking around on the ground and was never in his top hide. All temps were pefect 78-80 max at the top, 70 mid and 65 ground. Hes the same temps in the 6 inch shorter cage and is uses every inch as far as ive seen. He actually climbs in his top hide

[@g8ingaround272]

Just got one today from the midwest reptile show

[@RegenTonnenEnte]

Current ExoTerras don't rust anymore since they changed the metal mesh And if you provide a warmer place for your crested gecko they will hide there during the day so I think providing a bit of warmth would be best.

[@Nyoon-o8o]

One of my gecko's setup doesn't have a light bulb. Does it need one or will the light from the room be enough?

[@LM-ru4rs]

It still absolutely blows my mind ppl gow out buying living animals with out doing any kind of basic reading or now even just youtube ... I never thought not to give them water... same thing for the bearded dragon.. give em water or atleast a quick bath to drink! They drink water! Dealing with a dehydrated dragon rn it's insane 😢

[@johnnyjrguzman]

my names johnny and i APPROVE THIS VIDEO ✅💯

[@JordanEquineLLC]

where can I contact you about info on buying setups?

[@Hardwhite716]

Dope vid this will help us new jacks

[@Dakotahblueexotics]

Glad it can help!

[@GoofyEntity]

how often do u have to feed the gecko

[@SammysCamera]

Hi I just got two crested geckos today, one male and one female I am keeping them separated

[@pjgolden9274]

Great video bro massive help

[@KerryMaePhotography]

How do you keep humidity up without over saturating the substrate?

[@LM-ru4rs]

Do you have humidity gage? Before I got a fine mist spray bottle I just used the spray on squirter bottle not the stream... if u have live plants they don't need to be over saturated so I just spray the side of the enclosure an my humidity stays great I spray about every night because of where I live but if my gage says the humidity is fine I don't mist

[@ChibiCherub]

My own lil frogbutt is in a 2x2x2! He runs all over the place and even goes upside down on the top. tho hes....scared of live bugs? XD ive tried to give him a VARIETY of feeders and hes terrified of them

[@MrHillbilly]

I was hoping you had some breeding info. I’ve been trying to get mine to lay eggs in the lay box. But she keeps laying at the back of the tank where I don’t look untill it’s too late and the egg is smashed or moldy. She only lays once every 6 weeks and I’m trying to put a video out on it but not having any luck finding the eggs in time. Any advice?

[@tristenwilliams8339]

I have mine in a 18x18x24 now. Recently lost my 12.5 year old beardie. Could I move my crested into a 40g breeder? I know it’s not as tall vertically, but since it’s bigger, I didn’t know if I should opt for a different one

[@swollie86]

Is it necessary to have a smaller enclosure for the baby? Can the baby not just go into the full size tank?

[@_AquaArt_]

Not the bonus tip 😭 what were they thinking? Everything needs water

[@xiaoxinxiaoxin]

What is the ratio of gecko diet to calcium powder?

[@richardsanchez5444]

My baby crested loves dubias but he doesn't seem to like the CGD too much. He eats it but sometimes goes days without eating. He's growing cuz i see him pooo and hes gaining as whe should. Started out at about 3.5 4g and hes at 6g now. I could be mistaken but i don't really notice him eating the CGD. His enclosure is small enough for a baby but big enough to give him room to move. Plus his temperature is between 68 on the cool side to 79 Hot side amd humidity is between 50 to 80. Ive tried a bunch of different flavors of Pangaea and even repashy but still doesn't seem to eat ir regularly, he used to. Any thoughts?

[@TheOfficialRybot]

my cresties are so dumb they never find they're food bowls and I have to hand feed them any advice? ALSO what age should you introduce live insects to your Cresties? I have a pair together and a seperate baby (not from pair) 7 months old and she and baby will eat live insects. The baby actually is a monster hunter and is a crazy hunter, maybe I introduced them to him too early cause he trys to chomp his pangea lol. but my male is a weenie and won't eat any live insects. let me know what you think

[@FRIENDLYFANGZ]

I really wish someone had answered your question. I just got my first crested two days ago. With my jumping spiders, if their enclosure is too large, they have a hard time locating their food. Try a smaller one for a week to see if it helps. 🫶🏽

[@landonrakes1112]

What size tub would u need for one or two adult crested geckos

[@richardsanchez5444]

Usually 18 long 18 wide 24 wide but as they say bigger is better. and it's not recommended to put two adult males together.

[@11yoyomama]

Do they drink standing water from a bowl or only droplets from misting?

[@Wellbyheart]

I put just a lil bottle cap with water just for my personal comfort. I’ve never seen any sign that it’s been used after 2 years. They truly just seem to drink the droplets. I always ensure that I’ve sprayed enough that water is dripping down the sides and the leaves for this reason. Just make sure it’s drying out between misting. It shouldn’t be dripping wet ALL the time 😊

[@ReginaGina-x1i]

Is a 66qt bin still okay

[@kellyesselmont2478]

Doesn’t their food have water??? I guess maybe I make it a bit liquidy 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@justphilmeup]

thank you so much.

[@fergs1561]

A lot of sources online and sellers will say that cresties don’t need a water bowl to make the argument that they’re super easy so they can make a profit, so I wouldn’t put people down for that misconception

[@kodiakwavingbear3261]

Can I apply this guide to my gargoyle gecko?

[@BubblrCat]

I'm a little bit late, but they are both from new calidonia. So I'm sure you could :)

[@ember108]

Crested Gecko Care 2024 and you suggest a 18x18x24? I think the new minimum is actually 18x18x36 so you‘re not that up to date

[@negio6391]

i love the video but i think you need to up the aestethic part, like more clips/b rolls os the geckos to make it more inticing to watch. Still love ur videos!!

[@Dakotahblueexotics]

Bruh there's over 60 b roll/ clips in this 12min video 😅

[@caughtafaygo]

There's b-roll during each talking point😂 what are you talking about brother?

[@caughtafaygo]

​@@Dakotahblueexoticsyea, its actually really well done

[@amberdawn0011]

Dude, first off you're super hot! Lol 😅. But more importantly, you've given me some great info for setting up my very first crestie enclosure and I thank u for that! Keep it up dude 👍!

[@maritzadiaz3670]

I never seen him eat. I worry.

[@maritzadiaz3670]

Try to give him crickets but doesn’t show intrest

[@PicklePerson-t3v]

Do the crickets just go missing, because i never see mine eat but I know they’ve been eating the crickets because they go missing

[@Sausageflop]

Don’t waste you’re money on zen I own a 4x2x2 zen habitat and a 4x2x2 Dubia reptile habitat and the zen is almost twice as expensive while being made of much cheaper materials The zen habitat comes with acrylic sliding doors, easily scratched theDubia comes with glass, sliding doors the top screen on the zen is flimsy in comparison to the Dubia it’s like a screen door compared to the nice trustworthy sturdy top on the Dubia

[@SoleBruthaa]

Thanks for this , I was honestly contemplating buying one for my little brothers new gecko. Im a python guy , love geckos tho. Im the co parent of my brothers haha

[@schristian8640]

omg they didn’t give water… every creature needs water 🤦🏽‍♀️💦poor gecko - thanks for your videos !! ❤️🤙🏽

[@jdssurf]

if i dropped 1k or so on a pair what morph is still flowing right now to make some side money from your pets?

[@Meowynina]

My crested gecko wont eat any insects, he is about 5 yrs old and every time if try to feed him anything he gets scared and jumps away.

[@LM-ru4rs]

Try smaller maybe ? I put mine in a big enough dish n they just grab em out n go a little crazy lol even my babies will take some small meal worms out of a small dish

[@RestoVette]

Bonus bonus tip, 9/10 your crested gecko will not drink out of a water bowl, they will use it as a toilet. They drink water when you spray the enclosure, an automatic sprayer is almost necessary for all tropical pets.

[@LM-ru4rs]

Nope! 😂 none of mine have ever used it as a toilet and every single time I've caught ALL of them drinking from the dish lol

[@final_one334]

I've personally seen mine drink from the bowl but sure

[@wildoafi3]

Lol. Wtf. Watch the last video then this one. Remember why I stopped watching

[@catwalk1470]

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