Gargoyle Gecko Feeding Schedule

Gargoyle Gecko Feeding Schedule

Gargoyle geckos are active, enthusiastic feeders with a stronger insectivorous drive than crested geckos. A consistent routine keeps them healthy, supports growth, and makes it easy to spot any changes in appetite.

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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 demanding
  • Live insects: 3–4 times per week for extra protein and calcium
  • Supplements: Calcium at every live feeding; extra calcium top-ups are important for laying females to prevent metabolic bone disease

Practical Feeding Tips

  • Offer CGD and live insects in the early evening when your Gargoyle gecko is naturally becoming active
  • Remove and replace uneaten CGD after 24–48 hours to prevent spoilage
  • Gargoyle geckos often forage on the ground — a feeding dish on the substrate works well in addition to a ledge
  • Gargoyle geckos are typically more aggressive feeders than crested geckos — they will actively chase live prey
  • Track appetite week to week — a sustained drop 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

Gargoyle geckos 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 muscular 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 Gargoyle gecko refuses food for more than 2–3 weeks or shows visible weight loss, consult a reptile vet.

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