Species Detail
Bibron's Thick-toed Gecko
Geckos

Bibron's Thick-toed Gecko

Chondrodactylus bibronii

Habitat

Rocky outcrops, scrubland, and dry savanna with crevices for shelter.

Range

Southern Africa (South Africa, Namibia)

Adult Size

6-8 in (15-20 cm)

Diet

Insects, small vertebrates

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Conservation status:Least Concern

Feeder Gut Loading

Recommended feeder insects for Bibron's Thick-toed Gecko and how to gut-load each one before feeding.

Mealworms & Superworms

Recommended Foods
Wheat bran or oatsCarrotsSweet potatoSquashLeafy greens
Foods to Avoid
AvocadoOnionGarlicRhubarbMoldy producePesticide-treated produceProcessed foods

These foods can be toxic, indigestible, or carry harmful residues. Always use organic produce when possible and wash all foods thoroughly.

Crickets

Recommended Foods
Collard greensMustard greensDandelion greensCarrotsSweet potatoSquashBell peppersHigh-quality commercial cricket gut load
Foods to Avoid
AvocadoOnionGarlicRhubarbMoldy producePesticide-treated produceProcessed foods

These foods can be toxic, indigestible, or carry harmful residues. Always use organic produce when possible and wash all foods thoroughly.

Silkworms

Recommended Foods
Fresh mulberry leaves or mulberry chow only.

Dubia Roaches

Recommended Foods
Collard greensTurnip greensMustard greensCarrotsSweet potatoSquashApplesOranges (occasionally)High-quality roach chow
Foods to Avoid
AvocadoOnionGarlicRhubarbMoldy producePesticide-treated produceProcessed foods

These foods can be toxic, indigestible, or carry harmful residues. Always use organic produce when possible and wash all foods thoroughly.

Hornworms

Recommended Foods
Commercial hornworm diet only.