Leopard Gecko vs Madagascar Day Gecko
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Leopard Gecko | Madagascar Day Gecko | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Intermediate |
| Adult size | 7-10 inches | 6-8 inches |
| Lifespan | 15-20 years | 10-15 years |
| Min enclosure | 20 gallon long (30x12x12 in) or larger (40 gallon breeder recommended) | 18x18x24 inches (vertical) |
| Basking temp | 88-92°F | 85-88°F |
| Humidity | 30-40% | 60-80% (with daily misting) |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 5.0/6%, Ferguson Zone 2 | Yes - T5 HO 5.0 or 6%, Ferguson zone 2-3 |
| Diet | Insectivorous: feed dusted feeder insects (crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms) 2-3 times per week for adults, daily for juveniles. Dust with calcium + D3 and multivitamin. | Insects (crickets, roaches, mealworms) dusted with calcium/D3 2-3x/week; fruit puree or baby food daily. Juveniles fed daily, adults every other day. |