Chahoua Gecko Feeding Schedule

Chahoua Gecko Feeding Schedule

Chahoua geckos are enthusiastic feeders with a stronger insectivorous drive than crested geckos. A consistent feeding routine keeps them healthy, helps you monitor appetite changes, and supports growth and breeding condition.

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Feeding Schedule by Age

Juveniles (0–6 months)

  • CGD: Fresh mix every day — juveniles need consistent nutrition for healthy growth
  • Live insects: 3 times per week, appropriately sized (no wider than the space between the eyes)
  • Supplements: Dust insects with calcium at every live feeding; multivitamin once per week

Sub-adults (6–12 months)

  • CGD: Fresh mix every 1–2 days
  • Live insects: 2–3 times per week
  • Supplements: Calcium at every live feeding; multivitamin every 1–2 weeks

Adults (12 months+)

  • CGD: Fresh mix every 2–3 days
  • Live insects: 2 times per week
  • Supplements: Calcium at every live feeding; multivitamin every 1–2 weeks

Breeding Females

  • CGD: Fresh mix every day or every other day — egg production is nutritionally very demanding
  • Live insects: 3–4 times per week for extra protein and calcium
  • Supplements: Calcium at every live feeding; additional calcium top-ups are important to prevent metabolic bone disease in laying females

Practical Feeding Tips

  • Offer CGD and live insects in the early evening when your Chahoua is naturally becoming active
  • Remove and replace uneaten CGD after 24–48 hours to prevent spoilage
  • Use a magnetic feeding ledge at height — Chahoua forage naturally at elevation
  • Chahoua are often more enthusiastic live feeders than crested geckos — don’t be surprised if they actively hunt prey
  • Track appetite week to week — a sustained drop in feeding can indicate stress, shedding, illness or an enclosure issue
  • Always provide fresh water in a shallow dish, changed every 1–2 days

Seasonal Appetite Changes

Chahoua may eat less during cooler winter months, particularly if temperatures drop. This is normal as long as body condition remains good. Weigh your gecko monthly — a healthy adult should feel solid and well-muscled without visible hip or shoulder bones. Breeding females should be monitored closely as egg production can rapidly deplete fat reserves.

What If My Gecko Won’t Eat?

Short-term appetite loss (a few days to a week) is usually not a cause for concern. Common triggers include:

  • Approaching shed — geckos often go off food before shedding
  • Temperature outside the ideal range
  • Stress from recent handling, enclosure changes or disturbances
  • Disliking a CGD flavour — try a different brand or formula
  • Seasonal slowdown in winter

If your Chahoua refuses food for more than 2–3 weeks or shows visible weight loss, consult a reptile vet.

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