Roborowski's wonder gecko (Teratoscincus roborowskii)
Geckos · Difficulty: Intermediate
Key facts and care guidance for Roborowski's wonder gecko (Teratoscincus roborowskii) (origin: Western China (the Turpan depression) – desert). Adult size around 12–16 cm. Life expectancy 8–12 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Roborowski's wonder gecko: How big does the enclosure need to be?
80×40×40 cm.
Roborowski's wonder gecko: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 26–32 °C, basking spot 35 °C, at night 16–20 °C.
Roborowski's wonder gecko: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Not essential.
Roborowski's wonder gecko: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: 8–12 years.
Roborowski's wonder gecko: Is it suitable for beginners?
Rather not – it is considered an intermediate species (difficulty: Intermediate).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 26–32 °C
- Night temperature
- 16–20 °C
- Basking spot
- 35 °C
- Humidity
- 30–45 %
- UVB
- Not essential
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 80×40×40 cm
- Substrate
- Deep sand-loam they can dig in
Feeding
- Food
- Insects
- Feeding interval
- adults 3×/week
Key facts
- Adult size
- 12–16 cm
- Life expectancy
- 8–12 years
- Origin
- Western China (the Turpan depression) – desert
- Protection status
- Not listed under CITES
- Brumation
- A winter rest of 8–12 weeks at 10–14 °C
- Cohabitation
- A harem (one male with several females) works reliably, provided there are enough basking and hiding spots for all the animals. A plain pair is also possible. Two males do not go together — they fight over territory and the basking spot until one is seriously injured or sits permanently in a corner. Feed animals of different sizes separately.
Notes
Large fish-like scales and huge eyes; when disturbed it produces a rasping sound with its tail. It digs deep burrows – mind the sand depth and stability.
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Related species
- Keyserling's wonder gecko (Teratoscincus keyserlingii) – Intermediate
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- Chinese gecko (Gekko chinensis) – Intermediate
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What you need to start
To keep Roborowski's wonder gecko (Teratoscincus roborowskii) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (80×40×40 cm), substrate (Deep sand-loam they can dig in), 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: 9 October 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teratoscincus, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teratoscincus_roborowskii
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).