Care level: Beginner
Temperament: Very fast and jumpy; handling isn’t recommended due to size
Behavior: crepuscular, arboreal, social
Minimum enclosure size: 2-3 geckos in 12×12×18” (30×30×45cm); some form of population control will be needed or upgrades as population grows
Basking spot temp (surface): 80-85°F (26-29°C)
Cold side temp: 70-75°F (21-24°C)
Nighttime/minimum temp: 65-72°F (18-22°C)
UVB: UVI zone 0.5-1/Ferguson zone 1 (e.g. Arcadia Shadedweller Arboreal 2.5% at 2-4″ (5-10cm) with no mesh or Arcadia Shadedweller 7% at 12+” (30+cm) with typical mesh)
Humidity: 60-70% average with spikes up to 80-90% and dips to 50-60% before misting
Diet: Powdered crested gecko diet and live insects (fruit flies, small crickets, small roaches, etc.)
Adult size: Up to 4” (10cm)
Wild Distribution: various tropical habitats and urban areas throughout multiple islands in the Asian/Oceania regions with invasive populations in other areas such as Hawaii and Central America
(care guide written with contributions by mandi#6740)
Other Resources:
Reptifiles Guide – Mourning Gecko
Dubia.com Guide – Mourning Gecko
NEHERP Guide – Mourning Gecko (good hatchling care info)