Fish-scale Gecko

Scientific Name: Geckolepis maculata
Common Name: Fish-scale Gecko

Species Overview

Size: Adults typically reach 4 to 5.5 inches (10 to 14 cm) in total length. They are moderately built geckos with a slightly flattened body and a proportionately thick tail.

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Distribution: Native to 

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Captive Care

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Temperature & Humidity: Maintain daytime temperatures between 76 to 84°F (24 to 29°C), with a warm area up to 86°F (30°C). Night temperatures can fall to 68 to 72°F (20 to 22°C). Humidity should remain moderate around 50 to 65%, with light misting to produce brief humidity spikes without allowing the enclosure to stay overly wet.

Lighting: Low to moderate UVB (2 to 5%) on a 12-hour cycle is appropriate. Although nocturnal, gentle UV exposure can support long-term health and proper mineral metabolism.

Diet: Feed a varied insect diet consisting of crickets, roaches, silkworms, mealworms, and moths. Juveniles benefit from daily feeding, while adults can be fed every 2 to 3 days. All insects should be gut-loaded and dusted with calcium and multivitamin supplements. Clean water should be available in a shallow dish or accessible via droplets from misting.

Behaviour in Captivity: Once settled, Fish-scale Geckos become active, agile climbers. They move with precision across textured vertical surfaces and prefer densely furnished enclosures that allow them to remain partially concealed while hunting.

Special Considerations: Their skin is delicate and should not be handled unnecessarily. Ensure all climbing structures are stable to prevent accidents during rapid movement.

Taxonomy Note

Genetics Note

There are no recognized morphs or selectively bred variants of the Fish-scale Gecko. Captive populations generally display natural variations in tone and pattern reflective of their wild origins.