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Central American Banded Gecko (Coleonyx mitratus)

Care level: Beginner/intermediate

Temperament: generally shy and don’t enjoy handling

Minimum Enclosure Size: 20 gallon long (30”x12”x12” (75x30x30cm)) up to 3

Cohabitation: may be possible with females or one single male, but males should not be housed together

Basking Spot Temp (surface): 90-95°F (32-35°C)

Warm Side Temp (ambient): 85-90°F (29-32°C)

Cold Side Temp: 75-80°F (24-27°C)

Nighttime/minimum temp: 64-68°F (18-20°C)

UVB: UVI 1-3/Ferguson zone 2 (Arcadia Shadedweller 7% at 12-15”(30-38cm) away with no mesh or Arcadia T5HO 6% at 11-21”(28-53cm) away with typical mesh)

Humidity: 60-70%

Diet: insectivorous

Size: 5-7” (12.5-18cm)

(care guide written with contributions by mandi#6740)


Other Resources:

Dubia.com Guide – Central American Banded Gecko