Malagasy clawless gecko (Ebenavia inunguis)
Geckos · Difficulty: Beginner
Key facts and care guidance for Malagasy clawless gecko (Ebenavia inunguis) (origin: Madagascar, the Comoros). Adult size around 7–9 cm total length. Life expectancy 6–10 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Malagasy clawless gecko: How big does the enclosure need to be?
40×40×50 cm.
Malagasy clawless gecko: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 24–29 °C, basking spot No basking spot, at night 19–22 °C.
Malagasy clawless gecko: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Recommended (UVB 2–5 %).
Malagasy clawless gecko: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: 6–10 years.
Malagasy clawless gecko: Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 24–29 °C
- Night temperature
- 19–22 °C
- Basking spot
- No basking spot
- Humidity
- 70–85 %
- UVB
- Recommended (UVB 2–5 %)
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 40×40×50 cm
- Substrate
- Coco humus, cork bark, dense planting
Feeding
- Food
- Small house crickets, fruit flies, firebrats
- Feeding interval
- 2–3×/week
Key facts
- Adult size
- 7–9 cm total length
- Life expectancy
- 6–10 years
- Origin
- Madagascar, the Comoros
- Protection status
- CITES II
- Brumation
- None
- Cohabitation
- Group (1.2). Two males do not work together — they fight over territory and the best hiding places until one is seriously injured or permanently confined to a corner. One male with several females, on the other hand, works reliably. What matters is several hiding places so lower-ranking animals can retreat, and separate feeding as soon as the animals differ in size.
Notes
A tiny night gecko without claws. In parts of its range it reproduces parthenogenetically – the females lay fertile eggs without males. Small food is needed.
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What you need to start
To keep Malagasy clawless gecko (Ebenavia inunguis) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (40×40×50 cm), substrate (Coco humus, cork bark, dense 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: 2 November 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: http://www.zwerggeckos.com/sonstige_geckos/e_i/ebenavia_inunguis.php, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madagascar_clawless_gecko, https://reptile-database.reptarium.cz/species?genus=Ebenavia&species=inunguis
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).