Crested Gecko
Correlophus ciliatus
Explore the complete life journey from birth to maximum documented longevity. Move the interactive age slider below to see real-time biometric growth ranges, developmental milestones, metabolic changes, and ontogenetic stages.
Interactive Lifespan & Growth Scrubber
Drag the slider or click any milestone step to observe dynamic biometrics and physiological changes.
Fruit mash + tiny insects.
Climbs and jumps at night.
Taxon-Specific Life Stage Machine
How Crested Gecko progresses through distinct morphological phases.
Egg
Pairs of eggs in moist laying sites; long incubation.
- •Soft-shelled eggs
- •Developing toe pads
Hatchling
Tiny arboreal climbers with eyelash crests forming.
- •Sticky toe pads
- •Crest buds
- •Lidless eyes
Juvenile
Rapid climbing skill; mixed fruit and insect diet.
- •Full crests
- •Prehensile tail use
Adult
Mature breeders; tails often do not fully regenerate if dropped.
- •Adult crests
- •Strong toe pads
- •Prehensile tail
Growth Timeline Reference Matrix
Standardized peer-reviewed biometric development data.
| Age Milestone | Life Stage | Total Length Range | Body Mass Range | Maturity | Dietary Regime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🐣Hatch | Hatchling | 5–8 cm | 1.5–3 g | 0% | Fruit mash + tiny insects. |
| 🦎6 Months | Juvenile | 12–16 cm | 15–25 g | 25% | Prepared gecko diet + insects. |
| 👑15 Months | Adult | 15–22 cm | 35–55 g | 100% | Omnivore gecko diet. |
Key Milestones in the Life of a Crested Gecko
Breeding Size
Most cresteds reach adult breeding condition after about a year.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crested Gecko Life History
Scientific answers to high-intent queries regarding lifespan and growth.
