Siamese gecko (Gekko siamensis)

Short answers

Siamese gecko: How big does the enclosure need to be?

60×45×80 cm (height).

Siamese gecko: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 25–30 °C, basking spot No basking spot, at night 21–24 °C.

Siamese gecko: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: Recommended (UVB 2–5 %).

Siamese gecko: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: 12–18 years.

Siamese gecko: Is it suitable for beginners?

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

Climate

Daytime temperature

25–30 °C

Night temperature

21–24 °C

Basking spot

No basking spot

Humidity

65–80 %

UVB

Recommended (UVB 2–5 %)

Enclosure

Minimum size

60×45×80 cm (height)

Substrate

Coco humus, cork tubes, bamboo, climbing branches

Feeding

Food

House crickets, crickets, roaches, large insects

Feeding interval

2×/week

Key facts

Adult size

25–30 cm total length

Life expectancy

12–18 years

Origin

Thailand

Protection status

Not listed under CITES

Brumation

None

Cohabitation

Keeping it singly is least stressful and safest for this large gecko that bites. A pair (1.1) only in a considerably larger enclosure with several hides; drawback: the female is harassed and bite injuries are possible. Never keep two males together.

Notes

A close relative of the tokay, a little slimmer and quieter. A powerful bite – move it only in a container. Very loud calls at night.

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What you need to start

To keep Siamese gecko (Gekko siamensis) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (60×45×80 cm (height)), substrate (Coco humus, cork tubes, bamboo, climbing branches), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.