Kuhl's flying gecko (Gekko kuhli)

Short answers

Kuhl's flying gecko: How big does the enclosure need to be?

60×40×80 cm.

Kuhl's flying gecko: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 26–30 °C, basking spot 31 °C, at night 21–24 °C.

Kuhl's flying gecko: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: Weak UVB recommended.

Kuhl's flying gecko: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: 8–12 years.

Kuhl's flying gecko: Is it suitable for beginners?

Rather not – it is considered an intermediate species (difficulty: Intermediate).

Climate

Daytime temperature

26–30 °C

Night temperature

21–24 °C

Basking spot

31 °C

Humidity

70–85 %

UVB

Weak UVB recommended

Enclosure

Minimum size

60×40×80 cm

Substrate

Coco humus, cork bark lying flat, planting

Feeding

Food

Insects

Feeding interval

adults 3×/week

Key facts

Adult size

18–22 cm

Life expectancy

8–12 years

Origin

South-East Asia – rainforest

Protection status

Not listed under CITES

Brumation

None

Cohabitation

A pair (1.1) or one male with several females works given enough space, as females get along well with each other; the enclosure should be considerably larger for each additional animal. Keeping it singly also works but offers no benefit to the animal. Never keep two males together – they fight.

Notes

Skin flaps on the flanks, legs and tail allow it to glide. It needs broad, flush-fitting cork surfaces to press against – the camouflage only works there.

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What you need to start

To keep Kuhl's flying gecko (Gekko kuhli) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (60×40×80 cm), substrate (Coco humus, cork bark lying flat, 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.