Also known as the eyelash gecko, the crested gecko (Correlophus ciliatus) is distinguished by its lack of eyelids. It uses its tongue to keep its eyes clear and moist. It also has hair-like protrusions that fan out above its eyes which resembles that of eyelashes (hence the secondary name). Considered a larger species of gecko, the crested gecko features a wedge-shaped head, clawed toes to aid with climbing, and a detachable tail which will not grow back. As such, most found in the wild appear without a tail. The crested gecko is also an omnivore, having a diet that consists of fruit, nectar, and insects.
The Crested Gecko has an overall length between 5.9”-9.8” (15-25 cm), body width of .79”-1.34” (2-3.4 cm), body height of .67”-1.06” (1.7-2.7 cm), and weight between 1.2-1.9 oz (35-55 g). The typical lifespan of the Crested Gecko is between 5-20 years.
Also known as the eyelash gecko, the crested gecko (Correlophus ciliatus) is distinguished by its lack of eyelids. It uses its tongue to keep its eyes clear and moist. It also has hair-like protrusions that fan out above its eyes which resembles that of eyelashes (hence the secondary name). Considered a larger species of gecko, the crested gecko features a wedge-shaped head, clawed toes to aid with climbing, and a detachable tail which will not grow back. As such, most found in the wild appear without a tail. The crested gecko is also an omnivore, having a diet that consists of fruit, nectar, and insects.
The Crested Gecko has an overall length between 5.9”-9.8” (15-25 cm), body width of .79”-1.34” (2-3.4 cm), body height of .67”-1.06” (1.7-2.7 cm), and weight between 1.2-1.9 oz (35-55 g). The typical lifespan of the Crested Gecko is between 5-20 years.