Feeding your crested gecko isn’t just about tossing in a few bugs—it’s about creating a balanced diet that keeps them healthy, happy, and active. If you're a proud gecko parent wondering what crested geckos eat, you’ve come to the right place!

1. The Foundation of a Gecko’s Diet: Commercial Diets

Crested geckos thrive on commercially prepared powdered diets specifically designed for them. These diets are nutrient-rich and easy to prepare—just mix with water to form a smooth paste.

Pro Tip: Use the Geckopia Bowls to serve food in a one neat spot. Its plant-based design keeps the tank eco-friendly!

2. Live Insects for Extra Protein

Insects like crickets, dubia roaches, and mealworms provide essential protein and enrichment. Offer these bugs 2-3 times a week.

Feeding Tip: Dust live insects with a calcium and vitamin D3 supplement before serving. This prevents metabolic bone disease (MBD).

3. Fruits and Treats (Occasionally)

While crested geckos love fruits like mangoes, papayas, and bananas, these should be occasional treats due to their sugar content. Avoid citrus fruits as they can upset your gecko’s stomach.

Fun Idea: Add small fruit portions in the Geckopia Triple Dish's dedicated food compartment for a fun, mess-free feeding session!

4. Water: The Often-Overlooked Essential

Hydration is critical for crested geckos. Offer fresh, clean water daily and mist their tank regularly to maintain humidity.

How Often Should You Feed a Crested Gecko?

• Young Geckos: Daily feeding of powdered diets and live insects.
• Adult Geckos: 3-4 times per week, alternating between commercial diets and live bugs.

Avoid These Feeding Mistakes!

• Skipping calcium supplements
• Feeding only live insects (imbalanced diet)
• Offering sugary fruits too often
• Ignoring water needs

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