Mourning Geckos- juvenile

Juvenile mourning geckos at isellbugs are at least 60 days old to ensure they are healthy and growing. 

Mourning Gecko

Mourning Geckos are small, fast-moving arboreal lizards known for their unique ability to reproduce without males through parthenogenesis. This means nearly every individual is female and capable of laying fertile eggs, making them an excellent choice for keepers interested in breeding or maintaining a self-sustaining colony.

These geckos typically reach about 3–4 inches in length and display a range of natural coloration, including light tan to dark brown with subtle patterns that can shift depending on mood and environment. Their big eyes, slender bodies, and sticky toe pads make them excellent climbers, often seen scaling glass and decor with ease.

Native to tropical and coastal regions across the Indo-Pacific, Mourning Geckos thrive in warm, humid environments. They do best in vertically oriented enclosures with plenty of hiding spots like cork bark, plants, and bamboo. Because of their small size and quick movements, they are best suited as a display species rather than for handling.

Mourning Geckos are omnivorous and thrive on a diet of fruit-based gecko diets (like CGD) supplemented with small live insects such as fruit flies. In bioactive setups, they can coexist well with clean-up crews like isopods and springtails, making them popular for naturalistic terrariums.

They are prolific egg layers, often attaching pairs of hard-shelled eggs to surfaces within the enclosure. With proper conditions, colonies can grow steadily over time, making them ideal for hobbyists looking to produce feeders or expand their collection.

Hardy, fascinating, and easy to care for, Mourning Geckos are a great option for beginners and experienced keepers alike who want a low-maintenance, colony-style reptile.