Tokay gecko enclosure size and setup

Tokay gecko at a glance

Minimum enclosure

24 × 24 × 48 inches61 × 61 × 122 cm, about 120 gallons

Warm side

90-100°F

Cool side

80-85°F

Humidity

60-80%

UVB

Zone 1

Group

Geckos

Loud, bitey and territorial, so one per enclosure. Nights should stay warm, around 76-80°F.

Common questions

What size enclosure does a tokay gecko need?

At least 24 × 24 × 48 inches (61 × 61 × 122 cm) for one adult, about 120 gallons. Height matters more than floor space for this climber. Bigger is always better if you have room.

What temperature should a tokay gecko enclosure be?

Aim for a warm side of 90-100°F and a cool side of 80-85°F, so it can move between the two to control its body temperature. Check with a digital probe thermometer, not a stick-on dial.

What humidity does a tokay gecko need?

60-80%. A digital hygrometer in the middle of the enclosure gives the most useful reading.

Does a tokay gecko need UVB?

Yes, Zone 1, which means low UVB, suited to shade-dwelling and dawn-and-dusk species. Match your bulb and its distance to that level using the maker's chart, and replace it on schedule.

Which common tanks fit an adult tokay gecko?

Of the common sizes, these meet the adult minimum: 2 × 2 × 4 tall (24 × 24 × 48 in), 4 × 2 × 4 tall (48 × 24 × 48 in), 6 × 3 × 4 (72 × 36 × 48 in), 8 × 4 × 4 (96 × 48 × 48 in).

These are common hobbyist guidelines for a healthy adult, based mostly on published species care guides. Babies, sick animals and specific localities can need different setups, so check with a reptile vet for anything serious.

More tools for your tokay gecko

• Substrate
• Bioactive layers
• Running cost
• UVB bulb tracker
• Egg incubation

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