Crested gecko (Rhacodactylus ciliatus)

These geckos come exclusively from the upstream new-caledonian “Isle des Pins” and are therefore endemic. The geckos live in the canopy of trees in warm-humid and densely vegetated lowland rainforests. Despite the small distribution area, there are an amazing number of colour and design variations. For a few years now Crested geckos are one of the most popular geckos – because of there peacefulness and the many different colours. I take care of some animals in an overgrown tropical terrarium, in there the eggs develop entirely on their own.

Blue dwarf gecko (Lygodactylus williamsi)

A beautiful gecko which impresses by the amazingly brilliant blue colouration of males and the small size. The females are somewhat inconspicuous greenish-brown in colour. In nature, usually you can find a pair or a small group of one male, two females and maybe a few older offsprings in one territory. The animals are very active and attentive. Lygodactylus williamsi lives in Tanzania in the natural reserve of Kimboza Forest at an elevation of 350 m above sea level and prefers a semi-moist to dry climate. I take care of these geckos in a densely planted terrarium which has a small watercourse. Twice a day it is sprayed, in between it dries up.

Mertens day gecko (Phelsuma robertmertensi)

This Day gecko is originated on the Comoro Islands and becomes not longer than 10 cm. The yellowish-green colouration has a little grey-brown pattern on the legs and for some individuals even on the back. It’s very interesting, that this lizard can change its colouration to blue. This change can be released by their mood or the ambiance around the animal. This Day gockos can produce up to six clutchs every year. But take care, that the male is not annoying the females too much, social stress can force underweight!