Fat Tail Gecko(Hemitheconyx caudicinctus)

The African Fat Tail Gecko is a native of West Africa. In the wild, they can be found in the savannah, woodland, and scrubland areas. They are terrestrial and will seclude themselves to avoid the heat and sun.

Male African Fat Tail Geckos may become territorial and should never be housed together. They will fight, often to the death. Otherwise, they are relatively docile and receptive to handling. In the wild and in captivity, they are nocturnal animals.

Male African Fat Tail Geckos will grow up to 10 inches and females up to 8 inches. Adult males have thicker necks and heads than females. African Fat Tails have thick alternating dark brown and lighter brown, orange-brown, or pinkish-brown bands.They come in 3 color phases - normal, orange, and albino. The orange-phase has bands that appear more orange than brown.

They make an ideal first time pet as it is easy to maintain, nice to observe, and tolerates mild moderate handling. These beautiful animals when well maintained will have a life span of 15 to 20 years.

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