Crested Gecko appraisal

What determines the price

• Types of color morphs and patterns

  High

  Morphs such as Harlequin, Dalmatian, Pinstripe, Flame, and Tiger, along with the vibrancy of fire (color intensity), are evaluated.

• The intensity of fire (color intensity)

  High

  Crested geckos fire up when temperature increases, making body color more vivid. The intensity of color expression during fire-up is the core of evaluation.

• Crest condition and alignment

  Medium

  The alignment of the crest (row of protrusions) from head along the back and the absence of damage affects external appearance evaluation.

• Health condition (body weight, skin, tail)

  High

  Basic evaluation includes that body weight is appropriate for age, skin is free of damage, and the tail is not missing (or if autotomy occurred, confirming whether it is a regenerated tail).

Appraisal points

Verify color intensity during fire-up

Good:

During fire-up, body color changes vividly, with morph characteristics showing distinctly vivid expression.

Caution:

In a cold state, color expression is muted, so evaluation during fire-up is preferable.

Verify crest condition

Good:

The crest from head along the back is well-aligned with minimal damage.

Caution:

For individuals with crest damage, verify as external appearance evaluation will differ.

Confirm health status

Good:

Body weight is appropriate for age, skin is clear, and eyes have brightness.

Caution:

If the tail has been autotomized, confirm it is a regenerated tail (regenerated tails do not return to their original form).

Price tiers by grade

For actual prices, see the market-price page.

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