Striped day gecko (Gonatodes vittatus)
Geckos · Difficulty: Intermediate
Key facts and care guidance for Striped day gecko (Gonatodes vittatus) (origin: Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad). Adult size around 6–8 cm. Life expectancy 5–8 years. The values below are carefully researched guidance.
Short answers
Striped day gecko: How big does the enclosure need to be?
40×40×50 cm.
Striped day gecko: What temperature does it need?
Daytime 25–29 °C, basking spot 30 °C, at night 21–24 °C.
Striped day gecko: Does it need UVB lighting?
UVB: Weak UVB recommended.
Striped day gecko: How long do they live?
Life expectancy: 5–8 years.
Striped day gecko: Is it suitable for beginners?
Rather not – it is considered an intermediate species (difficulty: Intermediate).
Climate
- Daytime temperature
- 25–29 °C
- Night temperature
- 21–24 °C
- Basking spot
- 30 °C
- Humidity
- 65–80 %
- UVB
- Weak UVB recommended
Enclosure
- Minimum size
- 40×40×50 cm
- Substrate
- Coco humus with leaf litter, cork bark
Feeding
- Food
- Small insects
- Feeding interval
- adults every other day
Key facts
- Adult size
- 6–8 cm
- Life expectancy
- 5–8 years
- Origin
- Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad
- Protection status
- Not listed under CITES
- Brumation
- None
- Cohabitation
- A pair or singly, males never together: two males fight over territory and basking spots until one is seriously injured or permanently displaced. One male with several females, however, works reliably.
Notes
A white dorsal stripe. A very small species – choose feeder insects to match.
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What you need to start
To keep Striped day gecko (Gonatodes vittatus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (40×40×50 cm), substrate (Coco humus with leaf litter, cork 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.
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Last updated: 9 October 2026 · Editor: Reptoria editorial team · Sources include: http://www.dwarfgeckos.com/gonatodes/g_v/gonatodes_vittatus.php, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiegmann%27s_striped_gecko
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).