How To Care For A CRESTED GECKO!

[@Ttvrye55]

My parents just dont get it i have been researching for 3 or 4 years now and they think they are so hard and big and they need these big enclosures and then when i try and tell them there not they wont listen to me congrats to all of you tho who have cresties great video

[@babysbreathhh]

did u ever get one?

[@Shnewbi]

Hey I don’t know if you’ve already tried this or have a crestie now but if you haven’t which you probably have maybe try showing articles about them pictures of them or like videos on them that could debunk the misinfo they have about them. That’s how my dad was convinced.

[@justinmichaels8785]

My parents won’t let me have a crystal gecko

[@Eloisee1103]

The “I could bite you if I wanted too” had me dying!!!

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

I always said that to children at parties when they would ask if animals would bite 😂

[@briellagreen8075]

I really really really want a crested gecko my aunt is a reptile person so I could get help from her and also educate myself they are so adorable

[@flight6317]

Who else finds these videos insanely helpful and just overall amazing!

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

I’m happy to hear you find them helpful!!

[@nad1adahl]

i do!!

[@ikaikamadayag5308]

That's the point of the video...

[@sootsoot7425]

Find her amazing

[@PaulCarmen-dm8le]

I personally bought a 6g extreme Harley a few days ago from a reptile expo, the breeder had told me all the wrong stuff so now I’m on a hunt to get it done right

[@ConniieBearrr]

Cresties are my favorite reptile, they were my first and forever my favorite! I have 3 at this moment, a male name Chonkers, a female name Sushi and a juvenile that I believe is a female names Timbit! Love any video involving crested geckos! Thanks Emma❤️

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

I’m happy you enjoyed the video, thank you for watching! I’m sure your geckos are adorable 😍

[@aliciaj5300]

These videos are insanely helpful!! I’ve always used your advice and care standards when it comes it comes to working at petsmart despite being surrounded by a ton of outdated standards when it comes to care and enclosures.. Used to see you a lot back in Ottawa at the 1750 location!

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Ahhh thank you so much!!

[@kaitlin5264]

Another tip when it comes to lighting: regardless if you use UVB or not, a light cycle is really important for them to know when they should be sleeping, or when they should be awake. I recommend putting your lighting on a timer (smart timers are the best because you can have it turn on and off at sunset/sunrise). If it’s on a timer it will really help tell the gecko when it’s day and night, which is important biologically for a multitude of reasons!

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Great tip! Thank you for adding this :)

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Great tip! Thank you for adding this :)

[@SweetCaroline191]

I haven’t even got through the whole vid yet, but I already appreciate your enthusiasm and presentation style! 🎉

[@shenriquez6794]

We got ours at an expo and was told we do not need a special light at all. Great video and info! Thanks

[@user-TN65K0]

I got a female adult crested gecko today and she’s the cutest thing I have asides from my dog, she’s very jumpy but I expected that so I handled her on the floor, the only thing I didn’t expect was that her skin was very velvety and soft

[@oscardouglas5948]

Wow! What a great video! I have a gecko named Dwight, thanks for educating people on proper care!!!

[@deborahmcclain8134]

Excellent! Especially loved your emphasis on doing good research and your comment that live plants help regulate humidity. 👏

[@MoonStone-b4n]

Thank you for this video with having a Crested Gecko!I appreciate these instructions and tips for having one :)

[@JuliaWinslow-129]

This video was so helpful! I can't wait to get a crested gecko!

[@lmorgan982]

Definately going to subscribe! Super helpful video and channel. I currently have three crested geckos. An adult confirmed female called Lewie (Harlequin). A 9 month confirmed male called Dug (Flame) and a hatching we named Cherri (Bicolour). I've kept cresties for nearly 4 years now and I personally have learned as I've gone along. I did research before getting Lewie but I've learnt more and more as time went on. Even videos like this give me small ideas of how to change up tanks and stuff. Very helpful!

[@laced-moth]

May you do a leopard gecko complete care video?? Would love to see one with updated information for beginners :)

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

I’ll try and do one soon!

[@Jay-cr3dx]

Wow most vids give me the information i dont need or have already heard a million times thank u so much for this video from a year ago 😂

[@tristan2224]

Awesome care video! My mourning gecko actually make tunnels in the substrate

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Thank you! That must be so awesome to see!

[@OakLaneCemetery]

Great video! Very informative! I've been keeping green anoles for a few years now and I'm considering getting a crested gecko next. Similar habitat, humidity and tank setup as anoles, just with lower heat requirements.

[@RBrownPs]

Can you show us your enclosure upkeep routine. Because, Took care of a caterpillar...They sincerely💩 micro a lot. Thanks!

[@nicolefrancom4351]

Hello! I just wanted to say that I loved your video, but it is not true that you can immediately put a baby crested gecko in their adult size enclosure. It stresses them out and increases the chances of starvation because they can't find their food and end up being too scared or stressed to eat anyways. It's highly recommended to keep them in something like a shoe-box, to monitor poops and check whether they're eating :) They feel safer in smaller spaces, so it's better to start small and size up as they grow.

[@Kekoacook]

I’m getting a crestie soon, and I’ve been doing so much research about them, I even have a book 😂 I’ve currently got a bearded dragon, a leopard gecko, a tortoise and 2 dogs, soon to be a crested gecko too..

[@apss5736]

Can't wait to watch the video

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

I hope you enjoy it!

[@kellymoore2079]

Question, for their water do you spray tap water, purified/distilled, or is it treated somehow?

[@nooneatalll]

Thanks! your videos have been really helpful, I've got a juvenile crestie called Neo❤

[@lesabailey977]

Awesome video. Very helpful. I learned a lot from you. I do have a question though. If your gecko food has D3 in the ingredients do you still have to put the calcium with D3 on there insects or do you just use calcium with out D3?

[@breanas_mommy]

Oh my goodness. I love your videos so much. lol I got my crestie, Pumpkin, a little over a month ago and i'm struggling to get her to eat from her food dish. I have to basically feed her myself. I got her Repashi and she loves it, but she will only lick it from the skewer when I put it in front of her face and she doesn't go to her dish...at all. I have branches and everything leading her towards her dish and that makes no difference. But it sucks because I don't want to "Spoil" her and make it even more difficult for her in the future. I have tried to make it noticeable to see if she would eat at night, but I can't really tell. I just know for a fact that throughout the day, she doesn't touch her food dish.

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the video :) They’re mostly nocturnal so you won’t really see them eat during the day at all. They typically come out to eat during the night!

[@sarahmineart14]

Dorito Is such a cute name

[@Garbanzo_bean420]

Where i am in the winter it gets really really dry so I have to mist the enclosure like 3-6 times a day or else it drops to like 30-40 percent humidity

[@alynnacampos6387]

would sand work instead of soil? and if not what band of soil should i get?

[@loganm3780]

I loved your crested geckos video, I have one and there amazing pets! 😊

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

I’m happy you enjoyed! Crested geckos are amazing pets :)

[@kittehgamings]

i have a 40gal tall, not sure the measurements yet but it looks like its two of your small ones together, would it be ok for one gecko or should i divide it for two? I dont wanna stress him out too much bc hes a baby

[@HeatherLMorigeau]

Do you have a video about setting up a planted terrarium? Or know of a really good one for beginners? My partner has 3 geckos and I'm a plant nerd and want to make a lush mini jungle

[@arcofalex]

that is so cute i hope it worked out

[@danasmith8557]

Can u talk about caring for dart frogs? About humidity, temps , and how wet they need to be if any....great video thank u for sharing my crested gecko FLASH is about ur size

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. I’ve only owned dart frogs for a few months so I don’t feel experienced enough to give out care advice for them, but in the future when I have some more experience i definitely will!

[@danasmith8557]

@@EmmaLynneSampson thank u ❤ GOD BLESS U

[@mylovelymelancholy]

Trying to convince my husband to let me have a crestie since he hates snakes and the bigger lizards, your content is so helpful!

[@whatwhale5888]

Why would you marry someone who hates something you love?? You're an adult, you don't need to convince anyone of anything. Do what you want, if he loves you, he will deal with it because you love it

[@mylovelymelancholy]

@ we’re divorced now, actually, and I am with someone who loves lizards as much as I do.

[@jamiebudgets9864]

Love this video! I was wondering how your able to keep them (and the babies) without additional heat? I live in northern Indiana and it’s gets so cold at night all my reptiles need supplemental heat but it seems like no one else I watch does so maybe I’m doing something wrong lol 🤣

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

I keep my house pretty warm, it’s never really set below 72 in my house

[@Annatronchin]

how can i cool down the enclosure?

[@iang2395]

If I have UVB do I need to feed reptivite vitamin with D3? Will my geck overdose on d3?

[@gecko-guy362]

I can't wait till I get another crested gecko I only have one

[@nicolesreptilezoo7525]

Lucky

[@apss5736]

Nice. They are one of my favourite geckos.

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Hopefully someday you’ll be able to get another!

[@gecko-guy362]

Crested geckos are my second-favorite gecko only behind the gargoyle geckos

[@sstevo4066]

What size do you think is good to move them into their bioactive? Mine is currently about 14 grams and is progressing amazingly but I really really want to get him into the bioactive which has been planted for about 4 months now. Thanks.

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Personally I like to wait until they’re around 20 grams before I put them in their full size enclosure, but ultimately the choice is yours!

[@stevederidder6927]

hey Your videos are super and very interesting Now I have a question I see a lot of people putting Leopard geckos in bio active terrariums you did that too But the substrate you use is hard to find in Belgium In Belgium you do have jungle bedding from lucky repille and reptisoil from zoomed and sub stratum from exo terra, these are also good to use Or do you have any other suggestions? I also have crested geckos and gargoyle geckos I am a big fan grtz from belguim Steve

[@NoahGlancy-dh6ri]

Thanks a lot

[@ChantalsCritters]

Great video and information

[@rebeccarowland76]

I bought a thing of super worms I was about to put some food in there I sall A all white one. Is that normal

[@shenriquez6794]

We got ours at an expo and was told we do not need a special light at all?

[@lolakeating9755]

thanks so much for this! i just got a monarch crested gecko and this really helped me out! i was wondering if you ever have used the blended gecko formula because that was what i was given where i bought my gecko but all the videos i have watched they are feeding insects to their geckos. what would you recommend for a younger gecko?? i’m scared if i try to give her insects she won’t know what to do

[@peterbaker873]

Hi thank you for this vid because I’m looking into getting one😉😉😉

[@brightsidenae]

Thank you!!

[@o0FlipnoteSparkle0o]

What about a heat mat?? ? I have heat mats for all 3 of my cresties as option incase they decide they want to soak up, but I've never seen them use it, so I guess it's not needed??? Id appreciate a reply so ik if I need to remove them or not! Dw they are on the outside of the enclosure walls. Not inside.

[@gianna1326]

Im getting one tm like im sooo excited bro

[@goblinleaf]

How can you cool the enclosure down?

[@omarnicolas-Rko]

UVB is it for the bones skin something?

[@santoroaquatics5038]

11 comment hi Emma you are the best and the greatest and amazing videos today you always inspire me everyday 💪💯👍💯💯💪💪💯👍👍👍💯

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Thank you so much!

[@patricknorrick1178]

So I’m in the seventh grade and I got two leopard geckos dash and mango and I’ve been saving up the money for a enclosure and a crested gecko do you think I should get them, Ive had them for over a year and Ive done a lot of research on the crested gecko family do you think I should get one

[@chez7137]

for a heating source since my room gets pretty cold could i use a heat mat with a towel between the glass?

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

No, don’t put anything between the heat mat. It’s meant to go directly on the glass. But it’s not really useful for crested geckos, heat pads won’t warm up the air at all which is what a crested gecko would need.

[@joselyn.bentley5377]

@@EmmaLynneSampson what about putting the heat mat on the top because my ceramic heat lamp keeps getting way to hot and i use a thermostat then once i turn it off it gets really cold in my room idk what to do at this point please help

[@alyssamonettt]

@@joselyn.bentley5377 I would recommend getting a thermostat to hook up to your ceramic heat bulb. That way you can regulate how hot it gets and also use the probe to read the temp that the bulb is emitting

[@seantk138]

I just got my frist ever crested gecko on christmas, i was so upset when i learned that my sister caused his tail to fall off, the poor lil guy was so scared! but i put down some paper towls and left him alone for awhile, and he seems to be doing good for now, but how long would it take for his tail nub to heal?

[@xx3creations70]

Unfortunately their tails rarely ever grow back :( I doesn’t effect their life later on though

[@kittehgamings]

should heal within 6 months, make sure to keep it clean and check on it everyday to speed the process up

[@rebeccarowland76]

I have a bearded dragon who hates me Do bearded dragens just have bad adatoods or am I doing somthing wrong

[@sallytheuselessbird]

Wtf is that spelling, get off youtube child

[@ShaynasPlants]

I’ve heard too large of a tank can cause them to be unable to find their food and eat less, have you or anyone experienced this? I don’t typically like to do the minimum 😅 is this only for juveniles?

[@alysonhawthorne3152]

Cresties can eat leafy greens??

[@cylebeau7931]

I recently moved and it’s a much dryer climate than I’m use to and i find that both my geckos enclosures have a hard time keeping humidity. If anyone knows of any useful tips that would be great

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

What kind of enclosure are you using? Is it glass with a screen top?

[@cylebeau7931]

@@EmmaLynneSampson yeah it’s a glass enclosure with a screen top

[@noenolasco3085]

Fogger does the trick

[@bicepticus4038]

I dont stay with my parents anymore would it be fine if i leave my crestie for 2 - 3 days alone if i go to visit family? (in a bioactive terrarium)

[@lightskinxxvvxx7334]

I have a leopard gecko but I plan on getting 2 crested geckos what’s the tank size for a baby or younger one 20 gallon?

[@Earth2isaa]

Hey i have a question, When you first get your crested gecko would you recommend not interacting with it that much on the first day? Like allowing it to get used to his or her environment first or can you interact with it? i hope that made sense I would love to know because i’m planning on getting a crested gecko but I just wanted to know what I should do when I first get it

[@flwrs4hailee]

i have a crested gecko of my own, and you want to let them stay in their terrarium when you first get the, so that they can “adapt”!

[@alyssamasserant4857]

Can you make a video about hot to make a bioactive crestie enclosure that’s not too hard?

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

I definitely want to soon!

[@xselaholiviax8593]

What is a safe substrate to use that can also help with live plants? 😁

[@averieespinoza]

The “Josh's Frogs BioBedding Tropical Bioactive Substrate” is a really good one for your crested gecko terrarium and for the plants !

[@tomjones9771]

I just got my first creatie a month or so ago Juno, can’t wait to get another!!!

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Congratulations on your gecko!

[@racheldye9170]

can i put a gecko in like a 50 gallon tank it isnt as tall but it is definitely big

[@LivvyD4271]

You remind me of bindi irwin 😊

[@pdv3526]

One of my fav reptile And why do they think they can fly or stick the landing not realizing their desired spot is really far far away. Mine does it all the time. Do you think a 18 x 18 x 40 a good upgrade for a crested gecko? Mine is currently in 18 x 18 x 24.

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

That would be a great size!

[@IsaiahD615]

What terrarium do you use?

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

18x18x24 exo Terra enclosure!

[@IsaiahD615]

@@EmmaLynneSampson i just got a exo tera enclosure im not sure how big but im pretty sure its around there i cant wait to set it up

[@KatelynHamm]

Do you recommend a 10gal horizontal tank for a hatchling? A lot of people say smaller because of how tiny they are, but I want to try to make it work. I wouldn’t mind adding a divider either if needed! Just wondering if it’s safer to keep it shorter rather than taller for the first few months!

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

I think it could work! Just make sure they have plenty of hiding spots and plants so that they feel nice and secure. And make sure they’re eating!

[@Burntry]

@@EmmaLynneSampson My tank is 18 inches tall and 27 inches long. I can’t change it or convert it. I got the tank for free on the side of the road. I have set it up as a vivarium. To my research it isn’t the best, but it would work. What do you think?

[@Burntry]

*could. Autocorrect is the worst.

[@braylonspiller4056]

I have a question when I mist it goes like 80-90 so I put a fan on should I stop and control how much I spray

[@mang3139]

Hi Emma! New gecko keeper here. Can the humidity be TOO high? Mine seems to stay around 100% for alot of the day

[@remipetty3502]

That’s way too high for most of the day. It should be around 80-85% and let it go down to at least 40-50% before you mist again

[@katelynsumner8802]

They actually live on an island where it’s hot so they can’t get too cold…I’d you live up north or in a climate where it gets below 60,I recommend getting a heat source for your crested gecko.

[@stephanierobles2567]

Hey love your videos it would be awsome to see a video like this about African Fat tails they are beautiful lizards

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Thank you! I definitely want to do one for fat tails soon :)

[@dionamite]

Hi, what do you feed your whites tree frogs? I want some but can’t do crickets or locusts

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

You can also feed them super worms, hornworms, silkworms and roaches!

[@dionamite]

@@EmmaLynneSampson can I feed just the worms and roaches as a full diet? 😊

[@dionamite]

@@EmmaLynneSampson also is there a way to keep in contact with you? Do you have a Facebook page I can message or something to have regular contact with you? I’m just starting my terrarium setups got my first crested gecko ordered and would like to keep in contact with someone who knows what they’re on about 😊

[@cb7873]

Can you use a moonlight bulb at night for a crested gecko?

[@nightinggale6470]

No, any lights at night disrupt their day/night cycle. If it gets below 65F at night, use a ceramic heat emitter or deep heat projector connected to a thermostat.

[@cb7873]

@@nightinggale6470 Ok, thanks

[@christinakaladjian442]

How long should the UVB light be on?

[@nightinggale6470]

14 hours/day in the summer, and 10 hours/day in the winter.

[@flyboymic7182]

I was bit, and was because I rubbed my fingers along side of mouth so he thought I was a cricket lol. Didn’t hurt at all just scared me haha.

[@xx3creations70]

I’m considering getting a cresty, and I live in a pretty hot place along with keeping my room at anywhere from 71-74°F. Would I still need a still heat source?

[@kittehgamings]

at least a heating pad just in case it gets too cold

[@StanGrubbC2C]

I struggle with the humidity for my daughter's crestie. What do you use for keeping humidity right?

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

I mist once a day and that’s usually enough to do it. I live in a humid area, and use all live plants though. Live plants help retain humidity, you can also mist twice a day if needed!

[@StanGrubbC2C]

@@EmmaLynneSampson Oh wow. I mist multiple times a day as the humidity consistently drops under 50. I don't want to mess anything up. Live plants would help fix this or do I need to also look at a different terrarium? I got one from Petsmart when we bought him.

[@mikaelavigil4852]

Is moss substrate okay for cresties?

[@_taliajanae]

yes

[@TerktileReptiles]

Cool video

[@emilyallen9321]

Would a 20 gallon tank work for an adult?

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Personally I would aim for a bit larger, but I know that some people like to use 20 gallon longs turned on their side, I find that a bit narrow though

[@bile897]

I have a two month old who really only eats insects, any recommendations on how to get it to eat the paste?

[@EmmaLynneSampson]

Don’t offer insects until they’ve eaten their diet. If you continue to allow them to just eat insects, they won’t want to eat the gecko diet. Try different flavours and brands as well, some geckos like certain flavours better

[@bile897]

@@EmmaLynneSampson I have, I actually have one of each. I’m a bit crazy when it comes to my pets. I like to spoil them.

[@macigilbeau3988]

one of my geckos bites evvvverytime i put my hands in her enclosure, assuming as a feeding response. it feels like gettting gummed by a baby lol

[@atticacouch]

I breed crested geckos but I’m still here to watch this care guide 😂

[@apss5736]

I wish I had the space for one

[@nicolesreptilezoo7525]

Same. I also wish I had money for one

[@apss5736]

I still don't currently keep reptiles but I have tarantulas and aquatic pets. I hope I can keep one in the future. I would name it cheeseball ( inside joke from a goherping video comment ) and I wish you luck on your journey of getting a crested gecko

[@elizabethnicole446]

can u take them on a plane?

[@lorie5429]

Does anyone have a small waterfall in there crested enclosure?

[@mishcasminifarm]

Hi Emma. Love this. Can I get a buddy. I have a female. I feel like she’s lonely

[@nightinggale6470]

She’s not lonely, you’re anthropomorphizing her. Crested geckos are solitary animals and don’t benefit from cohabitation. In fact, it’s often stressful for them and they will likely compete for resources. They may even fight.

[@chocolatehamdog8745]

Even though I feel bad for the insect 🐜 when the 🦎 gecko eats it I still really enjoy 😉 watching them eat it

[@amarisegajwani5822]

Would u rather have a crested gecko or a tourtise

[@axlwinston]

I really thought she threw the gecko at 5:38🤣

[@kylamulvanity7706]

I love my crested gecko he is the best his name is also Yoshi ❤️

[@mossvirago4488]

I want a crested gecko so bad but I saw one poop and now I just cannot bring myself to get one 😂

[@chocolatehamdog8745]

“ I could bite you if I wanted to,”🤨😉

[@hanatollefson6041]

Personally I feel like if you can’t handle having live insects in your house you should own reptiles. I hate touching them but my reptiles appreciate them😁

[@jackledsham9939]

❤