How difficult is it to keep Golden Gecko?

Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.

What is the lifespan of Golden Gecko?

The average lifespan of Golden Gecko is Eight years or more, with well-kept animals exceeding 15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Golden Gecko get?

Golden Gecko typically reaches Males 18-20cm, females 15-18cm including tail as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Golden Gecko?

Golden Gecko feeds on: Crickets, dubia roaches and other insects, plus fruit-based gel diets. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Golden Gecko?

The price of Golden Gecko varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Golden Gecko

Beginner

Gekko badenii

An arboreal gecko from southern Vietnam, named for its yellowish to golden colouring. Males reach 18-20 cm including the tail. Nocturnal and hardy, it is traded as an easy species to keep.

Difficulty

Beginner

Lifespan

Eight years or more, with well-kept animals exceeding 15 years

Size

Males 18-20cm, females 15-18cm including tail

Humidity

60〜80%

Diet

Crickets, dubia roaches and other insects, plus fruit-based gel diets

About

Gekko badenii is an arboreal gecko confined to a small area of southern Vietnam. It was described in 1994 from Ba Den Mountain in Tay Ninh Province, and Gekko ulikovskii, described separately the same year, is regarded as a synonym. The colour is yellowish brown to golden and varies with the individual and its condition. Males are slightly larger than females at 10-13 cm snout to vent and 18-20 cm in total length, while females are about 8-10 cm snout to vent and 15-18 cm overall. It is nocturnal and spends the day tucked into crevices in bark. As a rainforest animal it prefers relatively high humidity. Hardy, easy to keep and modestly priced, it is treated as a beginner's gecko, though its nocturnal habits mean it is best observed late in the day.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Lifespan of the Golden Gecko

The Golden Gecko lives Eight years or more, with well-kept animals exceeding 15 years.

Size of the Golden Gecko

The Golden Gecko grows to Males 18-20cm, females 15-18cm including tail.

Basic Info

Origin

Southern Vietnam (Tay Ninh and Kien Giang provinces) in tropical forest, and possibly Cambodia

Lifespan

Eight years or more, with well-kept animals exceeding 15 years

Size

Males 18-20cm, females 15-18cm including tail

Humidity

Care Specifications

PeacefulGroupBreeding: Moderate

Sources: Reptiles Magazine: Golden Gecko Care Sheet / Reptile Database

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Gekko badenii Szczerbak & Nekrasova, 1994

Synonyms: Gekko ulikovskii Darevsky & Orlov, 1994

Authority databases: Reptile Database

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listed

Not listed in the appendices of the Washington Convention. It does not fall under the specific animals listed in the Order for Enforcement of the Law Concerning the Protection and Management of Animals, nor is it designated as an invasive alien species.

Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / Order for Enforcement of the Act on Welfare and Management of Animals (list of designated animals)

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.