Species Detail
African Fat-tailed Gecko
Geckos

African Fat-tailed Gecko

Hemitheconyx caudicinctus

Habitat

Savanna and dry woodland with rocky hiding spots and loose soil.

Range

West Africa (Nigeria, Senegal, Ghana)

Adult Size

7-9 in (18-23 cm)

Diet

Insects, worms

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Conservation status:Least Concern

Seasonal Feeding Schedule

Feeding guidance aligned to the species' native seasons โ€” origin: Northern Hemisphere.

Months shown for the Northern Hemisphere โ€” matches native range.

Spring
Mar โ€“ May

Appetite returns from brumation. Feed every 2-3 days, 4-6 insects (crickets, mealworms). Tail fat store rebuilds.

Summer
Jun โ€“ Aug

Peak feeding. Feed every 2 days, 5-8 insects. Calcium and D3 supplementation essential.

Autumn
Sep โ€“ Nov

Appetite begins to taper. Reduce to every 2-3 days, 4-5 insects. Prepare for winter slowdown.

Winter
Dec โ€“ Feb

Often brumates. Offer 3-4 insects weekly; if refused, maintain cool, dry conditions and hydration. Do not force-feed.