The ectothermic crested gecko can be maintained in captivity at temperatures between 70°F and 80°F, which is … In our previous post, we have discussed the best substrate options for a crested gecko’s terrarium.Also, you can learn how to make bioactive soil substrate for your crested gecko’s habitat. Many people claim that it’s perfectly fine to keep a crested gecko at room temperature without a heat source, but it’s important to remember that crested geckos are ectotherms, which means that they can’t produce their own body heat and rely on natural heat sources (ie: sunlight) in their environment to help them regulate their metabolism and digest food. Crested geckos like it hot but not too hot.
Too much heat is not good for cresties!
Find out how you can get the perfect temperature in your crested gecko tank and have a healthy crestie.
In this post, you will learn everything about lighting, humidity and temperature in a crested gecko’s terrarium.
The crested gecko temperature is regulated from their environment. The optimum temperature range is between 68-77 degrees F, we prefer to keep ours at around 73-74F. Crested Gecko Temperature: Crested geckos will survive being kept at room temperature in captivity (72) however the best temps for health is 74 degrees. Their natural habitat of New Caledonia records temperatures between 75°F-80°F, rarely falling below 65°F.
Too much heat is not good for cresties!
Find out how you can get the perfect temperature in your crested gecko tank and have a healthy crestie.
In this post, you will learn everything about lighting, humidity and temperature in a crested gecko’s terrarium.
The crested gecko temperature is regulated from their environment. The optimum temperature range is between 68-77 degrees F, we prefer to keep ours at around 73-74F. Crested Gecko Temperature: Crested geckos will survive being kept at room temperature in captivity (72) however the best temps for health is 74 degrees. Their natural habitat of New Caledonia records temperatures between 75°F-80°F, rarely falling below 65°F.