In this article, we will explore how often you should feed your crested gecko, what to feed them, and how much to feed them.
Crested geckos are omnivores, meaning they eat both insects and fruit. In general, you should feed your crested gecko every other day. However, the frequency and amount of food will depend on the age and size of your crested gecko. Younger and smaller geckos will require more frequent and smaller feedings, while larger adult geckos can be fed larger meals less often.
Crested geckos require a diet that is high in protein and low in fat. You can feed your crested gecko a variety of foods, including insects, fruits, and commercially available crested gecko diets.
Insects are an important part of a crested gecko’s diet, especially for younger geckos that are still growing. Good options for insects include crickets, mealworms, waxworms, and roaches. It is important to feed your crested gecko insects that are the appropriate size for their age and size. Insects should be gut-loaded, meaning they are fed a nutritious diet before being fed to your gecko.
Fruit is also an important part of a crested gecko’s diet, especially for adults. Good options for fruit include mangoes, papayas, bananas, and figs. Fruit should be ripe and cut into small pieces before being offered to your gecko.
Commercially available crested gecko diets are another option for feeding your gecko. These diets are designed to meet all of your gecko’s nutritional needs and are convenient and easy to use. Good options include Pangea Fruit Mix Complete, Repashy Superfoods Crested Gecko Diet, and Zoo Med Natural Crested Gecko Food.
The amount of food you should feed your crested gecko will depend on their age, size, and activity level. In general, you should offer your gecko enough food to fill a small dish, or the equivalent of 1-2 tablespoons of food. This should be done every other day, or as often as necessary based on your gecko’s needs.