African Fat-Tailed Gecko vs Gargoyle Gecko
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| African Fat-Tailed Gecko | Gargoyle Gecko | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Intermediate |
| Adult size | 7-10 inches | 7-9 inches |
| Lifespan | 15-20 years | 15-20 years |
| Min enclosure | 20 gallon long (30x12x12 inches) | 18x18x24 inches |
| Basking temp | 88-92°F | 78-82°F |
| Humidity | 50-70% | 60-80% |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 2.0 or 5.0 linear, Ferguson zone 2 | Yes - T5 HO 5-6% UVB (optional but recommended) |
| Diet | Insectivorous: crickets, mealworms, dubia roaches; dust with calcium without D3 and multivitamin. Juveniles daily, adults 3-4 times per week. | Powdered commercial crested gecko diet (CGD) with occasional gut-loaded insects (crickets, roaches) 1-2 times per week. |