Southern spotted velvet gecko (Oedura tryoni)

Short answers

Southern spotted velvet gecko: How big does the enclosure need to be?

From 60×40×50 cm.

Southern spotted velvet gecko: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 25–29 °C, basking spot 30–32 °C, at night 18–21 °C.

Southern spotted velvet gecko: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: Recommended (T5 4–6 %).

Southern spotted velvet gecko: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: 8–12 years.

Southern spotted velvet gecko: Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).

Climate

Daytime temperature

25–29 °C

Night temperature

18–21 °C

Basking spot

30–32 °C

Humidity

50–65 %

UVB

Recommended (T5 4–6 %)

Enclosure

Minimum size

from 60×40×50 cm

Substrate

Sand-loam with stone slabs and bark

Feeding

Food

Insects of all kinds

Feeding interval

Adults 2–3×/week

Key facts

Adult size

12–15 cm

Life expectancy

8–12 years

Origin

Australia (the east coast)

Protection status

Captive-bred animals only

Brumation

Yes, 6–8 weeks at 14–17 °C

Cohabitation

A trio of one male and two females (1.2) or a pair — both are kept successfully; in a 1.2 group the male's attention is spread out. Keeping it alone is also fine. Never keep males together; they fight. Each animal needs its own crevice and a spot under the heat; feed separately if they differ in size.

Notes

A rock dweller with a striking spotted pattern. A little cooler than the north-eastern velvet gecko.

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Related species

• Marbled velvet gecko (Oedura marmorata) – Beginner
• Northern velvet gecko (Oedura castelnaui) – Beginner
• Northeastern velvet gecko (Oedura coggeri) – Beginner
• Ocellated velvet gecko (Oedura monilis) – Beginner
• Robust velvet gecko (Oedura robusta) – Intermediate
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• Broad-tailed gecko (Phyllurus platurus) – Intermediate
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What you need to start

To keep Southern spotted velvet gecko (Oedura tryoni) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (from 60×40×50 cm), substrate (Sand-loam with stone slabs and bark), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.