Instructions
Handle your baby gecko as seldom as possible; being handled too often can cause stress. When crested geckos hatch, they are slightly more than 1 inch long and tend to be a bit skittish. When your gecko is older and has become accustomed to its environment, you can handle it more regularly.
House the gecko in a 5-gallon aquarium with a screen lid. Keep the container relatively empty to allow the baby to find its food easily. Add cork bark to the bottom and some greenery to provide hiding places and security for the gecko. Keep the humidity level high to help the gecko shed.
Feed your baby gecko after it completes its first shed. Provide 1/8-inch to 1/2-inch crickets and fruit baby food. Dust the gecko's food with calcium and vitamin D3 to encourage growth.
Keep a shallow dish of water in the habitat to help raise the humidity. This is important for keeping the gecko's skin moist and help with shedding. Don't fill it too full or the gecko can drown.
Mist the baby gecko twice a day with water. This will help to ensure that the gecko sheds its skin entirely as it grows.
The Care of Baby Crested Geckos
Baby crested geckos require similar care to that of their adult counterparts. Crested geckos can live up to 10 years old, or longer when in captivity, and it is important for them to have a good start to life. Following just a few simple steps will help to ensure your baby crested gecko grows strong and healthy.