The Basics:

Be prepared to talk about House Geckos, since they rank among the most popular lizards in the retail pet trade. Although they are relatively hardy, House Geckos
can be nervous and jumpy. A light brown lizard with attractive markings, the House Gecko reaches an adult length of 4-5 inches, though some can be slightly smaller or
larger. Typically, they reach their adult size within 18 months. Although some House Geckos may live up to 10 years, a lifespan half that length is not unusual. Captive bred
House Geckos will have a longer lifespan. Nocturnal animals, House Geckos are not active during the day. Like the Day Gecko, this lizard can walk up smooth vertical surfaces and make a variety of vocalizations.

Enclosure:
Vertical Space With Lots Of Plants :

House Geckos like to climb, so provide them with an enclosure that offers ample up-and-down space, and plenty of climbing branches. It's also a good idea to attach cork bark to an inside wall to provide a climbing area. House Geckos are ideal pets for elaborately planted terrariums, planted with
nontoxic plants like Pothos. Shy animals, they do best when secure hiding places are provided in their enclosures. With the exception of some males during the mating season,
House Geckos are rarely territorial or aggressive, so they can be housed in pairs or small groups. A 20 gallon aquarium or larger, with a secure screen top, should be used for a
pair of House Geckos. Larger tanks should be used for larger groups.

Substrate:
Maintain Thick Bedding:

A Day Gecko's enclosure should have 2-3 inches of
reptile bark, coconut fiber or mulch bedding. This will help maintain humidity levels and support live plants. This bedding should be cleaned daily, and replaced monthly. If a
House Gecko shows a tendency to eat bedding, the substrate should be switched to something edible, paper or indoor/outdoor carpet. Sand, aquarium gravel and any bedding prone to mold should be avoided.

Temperature:
Moderate Temperatures:

House Geckos must be provided with a thermal
gradient, ranging from 85-90 degrees at the warmer end to just under 80 degrees at the cool end. This will allow them to regulate their body temperatures by moving in the
enclosure. Nighttime temperatures should be lowered to about 70 degrees. Temperatures in the enclosure should never be allowed to drop below 65 degrees. The House Gecko
keeper can maintain proper temperatures using an under tank heater and a lamp. A thermometer should be positioned in the warmer and cooler areas to monitor temperatures.

Humidity:
Relatively High:

It's important to maintain relatively high humidity levels in a
House Gecko's enclosure. The humidity level should be kept at 75-80 percent. This can be accomplished by misting the enclosure once or twice a day, and using live plants like
Pothos. A hygrometer should be used to measure humidity levels. However, care should be taken not to create an enclosure environment that is too humid, since this will promote fungal infections and jeopardize the health of the gecko. Signs that an enclosure is too humid include: substrate that appears soaked or saturated rather than just damp, and moisture build up on the sides of the tank.

The following is a possible supplementing schedule for this reptile. Feeder insects should be dusted with a supplement every other or feeding or a little less often. However, this is only a general suggestion -- the best specific schedule may vary depending on the supplement products used and other factors. Please consult product package directions, outside literature and a veterinarian to determine the optimal supplementing program.