Facts about Crested Gecko
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In laboratory settings, crested geckos require temperatures between 72 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit to thrive, with humidity levels maintained at 50 to 80 percent to prevent respiratory issues.
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The crested gecko's crest, a row of skin flaps extending from head to tail, increases in prominence when males reach sexual maturity around 8 to 10 months of age.
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Females of the species lay only two sticky eggs at a time, typically placing them in moist vegetation or bark crevices, with incubation lasting approximately 60 to 90 days.
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Translucent skin on the crested gecko's belly allows observers to see internal organs, a trait useful for assessing health and reproductive status in captive specimens.
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During mating season, male crested geckos produce audible vocalizations including chirps and clicking sounds to attract females, unlike most gecko species that remain silent.
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Omnivorous crested geckos feed primarily on fruit in the wild, with a diet consisting of 80 percent fruit and 20 percent insects, making them unusual among gecko species.
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Adhesive toe pads covered in microscopic setae allow crested geckos to climb vertical surfaces and walk upside down on glass without any suction or mucus secretion.
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Crested geckos can drop their tails when threatened, a defense mechanism called autotomy, but unlike many gecko species, they do not regrow them.
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Native to New Caledonia, crested geckos can live 15 to 20 years in captivity, making them among the longest-lived gecko species.