[reptirus]

I am looking at working with a new project and I am torn between which species to work with. I have searched around and am having a hard time finding information. I am torn between Strophurus Williamsi and Oedura Castelnaui. I am aware that they both require aboreal setups, and both require about an 85 degree basking spot, neither require UVB, both feed on medium sized crickets. Both are medium sized geckos and both require high humidity. Besides that I cant seem to find to much else info.
Is 1 species easier to keep than the other?
One more prolific?
How many clutches would you expect out of each species?
do both require a brumation period to breed or will they just breed on their own?

Thank you for all of your help, this will be my first aboreal setup species, the rest of my geckos are all housed in racks so any tips would be greatly appreciated

[James D]

I can only speak about S. williamsi but here's what I can tell you....

I provide mine with a hotspot of around 95F via a heat lamp. They often sit right under it, especially in the mornings and when the female is gravid.

Whether UVB is utilised by this species is still something that's up for debate. I plan on using it next season with mine as they spend so much time in the open.

They definately do not require high humidity. I provide mine with a water bowl which I frequently see them drink from and spray them lightly once every 7-10 days.

I got 7 fertile clutches from my female this season and it was her first.

They will breed without cooling but it's generally recommended. I'm cooling mine at the moment for a couple of reasons....
It gives the female a break from breeding.
It's said to improve results for the following season.
It's completely natural for them!

I think I've covered most of what you touched on, hopefully someone with experience with both species will be on soon and can give you a comparison.