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Care sheet
Chahoua gecko
Mniarogekko chahoua
Discover the ACTIVE range, enriched with protein and calcium,
intended for juveniles during their growth period, females
during their laying period and geckos that need a recovery phase.
TEMPERATURES
72–79°F during the day
64–72°F at night
HUMIDITY
70–95%
fluctuating
ADULT SIZE
20–30 cm
(8–12 in)
ADULT WEIGHT
40 à 70 g
LIFESPAN
15 to 20 years
CARE LEVEL
intermediate
level
IN THE WILD
New Caledonian rainforests
Lives among the lower and middle levels of trees and shrubs, often resting
flat against branches.
Temperate and well-ventilated
22–26°C (72–79°F) during the day and 18–22°C (64–72°F) at night.
High humidity and good air circulation.
Diet
Ripe fruits, nectar, pollen, and plenty of insects,
which make up an important part of its diet.
IN CAPTIVITY
VERTICAL AND
PLANTED
Branches, vines, and cork bark
Dense Vegetation
Elevated resting areas
Long branches
Safe Environment
MINIMUM TERRARIUM SIZE
for a single adult
RECOMMENDED PLANTS
Pothos
Ficus Pumila
Philodendron
Nephrolepis exaltata
Bromeliades
45 × 45 × 60 cm
(18 × 18 × 24 in) minimum
Larger enclosures encourage natural behaviors and enrich the habitat.
PARAMETERS
HUMIDITY
DIET
BEHAVIOR
No additional heating required
at room temperature
provided temperatures remain within:
Day: 22–26°C (72–79°F)
Night: 18–22°C (64–72°F)
Regular misting,
with essential partial drying periods:
60–90% fluctuating
Frugivorous-omnivorous species.
ACTIVE formula up to 18 months,
then CLASSIC formula as adults.
Juveniles: 5 meals per week
Adults: 3 meals per week
Calm and observant.
Limited handling,
tailored to each individual.
IN SUMMARY
More than just a matter of parameters, Mniarogekko chahoua thrives in a secure environment, with dense vegetation
and good ventilation.
As a skilled hunter, it benefits from regular
live insect feedings.
