Northland green gecko (Naultinus grayii)

Short answers

Northland green gecko: How big does the enclosure need to be?

From 60×50×80 cm.

Northland green gecko: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 18–24 °C, at night 10–15 °C.

Northland green gecko: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: Recommended (T5 4–6 %).

Northland green gecko: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: 15–20 years.

Northland green gecko: Is it suitable for beginners?

No – better suited to experienced keepers (difficulty: Experts).

Climate

Daytime temperature

18–24 °C

Night temperature

10–15 °C

Humidity

70–85 %

UVB

Recommended (T5 4–6 %)

Enclosure

Minimum size

from 60×50×80 cm

Substrate

Humus and sand, dense planting with fine twigs

Feeding

Food

Insects, plus fruit purée and nectar

Feeding interval

insects 2–3×/week, fruit purée 1–2×/week

Key facts

Adult size

15–18 cm

Life expectancy

15–20 years

Origin

New Zealand (Northland)

Protection status

Strictly protected in New Zealand, export prohibited – only a few legal long-standing holdings exist in the EU

Brumation

Yes, a cool overwintering at 8–12 °C

Cohabitation

Single keeping. Little is known about the species' own social behaviour; the genus is regarded as solitary, and males are aggressive toward each other. Never keep two males together. Pairs (one male, one female) are possible if each animal has its own warm and retreat spots and is fed separately when sizes differ.

Notes

A decidedly cold-house species: room temperature in summer is already too warm, and above 26 °C things get critical. Acquire it only with unbroken proof of origin — legal animals are rare.

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What you need to start

To keep Northland green gecko (Naultinus grayii) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (from 60×50×80 cm), substrate (Humus and sand, dense planting with fine twigs), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.