Androy ground gecko (Paroedura androyensis)

Short answers

Androy ground gecko: How big does the enclosure need to be?

40×30×30 cm.

Androy ground gecko: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 26–31 °C, basking spot 32 °C, at night 20–23 °C.

Androy ground gecko: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: Recommended (UVB 5.0).

Androy ground gecko: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: 6–10 years.

Androy ground gecko: Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).

Climate

Daytime temperature

26–31 °C

Night temperature

20–23 °C

Basking spot

32 °C

Humidity

50–65 %

UVB

Recommended (UVB 5.0)

Enclosure

Minimum size

40×30×30 cm

Substrate

Sand-loam with leaf litter, a cork hide, a damp corner

Feeding

Food

Small house crickets, crickets, firebrats

Feeding interval

2–3×/week

Key facts

Adult size

7–9 cm total length

Life expectancy

6–10 years

Origin

Southern Madagascar – spiny bush

Protection status

CITES II

Brumation

A cooler dry spell of 6–8 weeks

Cohabitation

In pairs or as a harem (1.2) — two males must never be kept together, they fight over territory and the basking spot until one is injured or permanently gives way. Females generally get along but need their own heat and hiding spots; feed separately if they differ in size.

Notes

The dwarf among the big-headed geckos, suitable for compact terrariums. Small food is needed. Like all Paroedura very prolific – offer an egg-laying site with damp sand.

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What you need to start

To keep Androy ground gecko (Paroedura androyensis) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (40×30×30 cm), substrate (Sand-loam with leaf litter, a cork hide, a damp corner), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.