Irregular bent-toed gecko (Cyrtodactylus irregularis)
Geckos · Difficulty: Intermediate
Key facts and care guidance for Irregular bent-toed gecko (Cyrtodactylus irregularis) (origin: Southern Vietnam, Cambodia). Adult size around 15–20 cm total length. Life expectancy 8–12 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Irregular bent-toed gecko: How big does the enclosure need to be?
60×45×60 cm.
Irregular bent-toed gecko: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 23–28 °C, basking spot No basking spot, at night 19–22 °C.
Irregular bent-toed gecko: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Recommended (UVB 2–5 %).
Irregular bent-toed gecko: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: 8–12 years.
Irregular bent-toed gecko: Is it suitable for beginners?
Rather not – it is considered an intermediate species (difficulty: Intermediate).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 23–28 °C
- Night temperature
- 19–22 °C
- Basking spot
- No basking spot
- Humidity
- 75–85 %
- UVB
- Recommended (UVB 2–5 %)
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 60×45×60 cm
- Substrate
- Coco humus, cork bark, rock structures, planting
Feeding
- Food
- House crickets, crickets, roaches
- Feeding interval
- 2–3×/week
Key facts
- Adult size
- 15–20 cm total length
- Life expectancy
- 8–12 years
- Origin
- Southern Vietnam, Cambodia
- Protection status
- Not listed under CITES; wild populations are declining under collecting pressure
- Brumation
- None
- Cohabitation
- Keep in pairs. Two males do not go together — they fight over territory and the best hides until one is seriously injured or sits permanently in a corner. One male with several females works reliably. Several hides are important so lower-ranking animals can retreat, and feed separately once animals differ in size.
Notes
A forest-dwelling bent-toed gecko, to be kept more humid than the limestone species. Very quick and shy – avoid handling, as the tail breaks easily.
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Related species
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- Short-palmed bent-toed gecko (Cyrtodactylus brevipalmatus) – Intermediate
- Malayan bent-toed gecko (Cyrtodactylus pulchellus) – Intermediate
- Malaysian bent-toed gecko (Cyrtodactylus malayanus) – Intermediate
What you need to start
To keep Irregular bent-toed gecko (Cyrtodactylus irregularis) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (60×45×60 cm), substrate (Coco humus, cork bark, rock structures, planting), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.
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Last updated: 25 September 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyrtodactylus, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irregular_bow-fingered_gecko
All values are non-binding guidance and do not replace expert advice. Research thoroughly from several sources before acquiring and keeping an animal, and observe the applicable law (species and animal protection in particular).