Leopard gecko-like "wall walking" geckos?

Jheuloh · #1 09-05-2010, 12:36 AM

Today, I've been searching far & wide for a "wall-walker" gecko that resembles a leopard gecko in terms of size, temperature demands, and diet - is there such a gecko that's at least semi-available in captivity? The closest thing I can find is the Velvet geckos, but I haven't come across enough care-sheets on specific species to make a sure conclusion about them. Does anyone here know more about specific geckoes (velvet gecko or otherwise) that somewhat match the description of what I have in mind?

Edit: To be specific, I've been searching for a gecko that's mostly insectivorous, runs in the size range of 7-10 inches or so, and can tolerate temperatures over 80 F. Haven't really found anything that fits the bill for all 3 details, so far.

Palor · #2 09-05-2010, 01:35 AM

Standing's Day Gecko Care Sheet

*ZERO* · #3 09-06-2010, 02:43 PM

Pachydactylus scutatus, Large-scaled Thick-toed gecko
Brief care sheet of Pachydactylus scutatus

i aswell am looking into this species, they are interesteing

*ZERO* · #4 09-06-2010, 02:44 PM

just curious why are u looking for a gecko based on temperature

*ZERO* · #5 09-06-2010, 04:28 PM

try and keep your advertising out of the threads

PassPort · #6 09-06-2010, 04:45 PM

OK, time to hijack this b!tch.

First: Pachydactylus scutatus are very interesting captives and fun to watch, BUT do not fit the bill of what he's asking for. They are small (3-4"), like it hot (90F hotspot minimum) and on top of it all, they're some of the flightiest geckos out there. Don't even try to consider holding them.

Secondly, Dan, good recommend on the standingi, but they get bigger (10-12"), are diurnal needing lights and UVB and are still pretty flighty. They also need a good sized cage as well.

I must say that the Oedura (velvet geckos) do fit the bill best. I've kept all of the geckos mentioned here and Oedura are very much like leopard geckos in care and behavior. I still keep them and I'd say start out with monilis or castelnaui as they're both affordable ($50-100) and stay in the 5-6" range. Care sheets for them can be found on my website.

*ZERO* · #7 09-06-2010, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by PassPort

First: Pachydactylus scutatus are very interesting captives and fun to watch, BUT do not fit the bill of what he's asking for. They are small (3-4"), like it hot (90F hotspot minimum) and on top of it all, they're some of the flightiest geckos out there. Don't even try to consider holding them.

Secondly, Dan, good recommend on the standingi, but they get bigger (10-12"), are diurnal needing lights and UVB and are still pretty flighty. They also need a good sized cage as well.

good call i didnt know that Pachydactylus needed that much heat, as i said i have only recently read about these geckos.. in any cases i look forward to seeing pics of what u get

i cant say as much for the velvet geckos, where im from they are very rare are expensive lol

Jheuloh · #8 09-06-2010, 06:29 PM

Zero; I specifically mentioned heat tolerance because I noticed, a lot of geckos seem to function best at the cold end of the scale (for lizards, at least.) Where I live, houses tend not to be well designed, and there's no shortage of heat & humidity here. X_x

Edit: PassPort - Finally, someone who has more info on Velvet geckos! :P They do sound ideal.

Also,

on your introduction.

Palor · #9 09-06-2010, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by PassPort

OK, time to hijack this b!tch.

Secondly, Dan, good recommend on the standingi, but they get bigger (10-12"), are diurnal needing lights and UVB and are still pretty flighty. They also need a good sized cage as well.

I didn't know they were flighty, the only ones I have seen were curious and almost friendly. I listed them because I thought they were more easy going than P. Grandis were. As for the rest, well I offered them as an option, and the OP can decide from there.

PassPort · #10 09-06-2010, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Palor

I didn't know they were flighty, the only ones I have seen were curious and almost friendly. I listed them because I thought they were more easy going than P. Grandis were.

Oh, they're way more mellow than grandis, but still not handlable. Oedura can approach leos and cresteds in terms of mellowness.