[kermit13]

Hello all

I have a question regarding Naultinu grayi. Is this not a problem if the animals are outside in the summer at 30 ° C air temperature all day?
Of course, in a shady place.
In the interior of N.grayi I have in the summer around 22 ° C.

Thanks for your reply

greeting Nadia

[oli]

Nadia, that is not in the recommended temperature range for naultinus grayii from what I understand. I think these high temperatures cause great stress for the geckos and from what I have been told constant heat like this without an area that is colder to retreat to may be detremental to your geckos health. I have heard that above 26C is shady for all naultinus. I have seen my naultinus bask under a uv bulb where the surface temperature of the basking area is 26C, but I provided this with access to area's at least 6 degrees cooler as well and they chose to sit in the heat, whether to digest or thermoregulate. A lot of keepers opt to keep their geckos outdoors in climates that resemble the climate of NZ, but I can't as things can get very hot and humid where i am in the states. I don't know if there really is that great of a difference in keeping these animals indoors or outdoors if adequate UV and airflow is provided indoors, but i would like to hear from the reluctant naultinus keepers out there on their views in regards to this. I'm sure the option to bask in direct sunlight is very beneficial, but I would not risk these animals to exposure of theivery, predation, drastic elements, or foreign pests. But like I said, the benefits must outweigh the negatives if so many outside of NZ keep their naultinus outdoors. You won't get too much help here on the forums in regards to these geckos and their husbandry, even though they seem to be hardy captives from the little experience that I have with them if kept in ideal conditions.

[kermit13]

Hallo Oli

Yes I too believe the animals could not be brought out at these temperatures after, as the air is rather hot in summer.
Of course, the best sun exposure for the animals, but it is too hot?
I think in the space of 22 ° C and a UV lamp with 27 ° C directly under the beam should be enough but the.
And how important is this well ventilated terrarium your opinion?

Nadia

[oli]

I think the ventilation is important but as long as you have a screen cage you shouldn't have any problems indoors. Flourescent UV lights work well, but direct sun is better of course, but you can be successful housing them indoors year round with good lighting.