{"product_id":"tiger-thick-toed-gecko-pachydactylus-tigrinus","title":"Tiger Thick-toed Gecko (Pachydactylus tigrinus)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"280\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"278\"\u003eTiger Thick-toed Gecko\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"375\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePachydactylus tigrinus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"332\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"348\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiger Thick-toed Gecko, African Tiger Gecko\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"380\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"404\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"415\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e This gecko has\u003cspan\u003e a snout to vent length of roughly 2 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Found throughout \u003cspan\u003eZimbabwe, Botswana, and Mozambique \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRock living species, finds shelter in granite and sandstone outcroppings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity: \u003c\/strong\u003eAmbient: 80F Basking: 100F. Heat can be provided by undertank heat mat or overhead Mist the enclosure roughly twice a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2613\" data-end=\"2837\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2613\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"3132\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"2848\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small insects fed nightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3415\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e While they can climb glass they are primarily terrestrial, preferring to hide in the crevices between rocks and in burrows. Stacks of shale or loose piles of clay 'boulders' are essential for well being, but be sure to have it all well built and secure to prevent crushing from falling objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3612\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3444\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3614\" data-end=\"3617\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3619\" data-end=\"3669\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3619\" data-end=\"3667\"\u003eSand: Addressing Concerns and Misconceptions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3671\" data-end=\"3966\"\u003eA fine compacted soil or soil-sand substrate is essential for this species, and may become stressed if kept on non-burrowing surfaces. When kept correctly with proper humidity and feeding practices, the risk of impaction is minimal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3968\" data-end=\"3971\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"3992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3973\" data-end=\"3990\"\u003eTaxonomy Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3994\" data-end=\"4459\"\u003eThe Tiger Thick-toed Gecko (\u003cem data-start=\"4024\" data-end=\"4050\"\u003ePachydactylus tigrinus\u003c\/em\u003e) belongs to the family Gekkonidae, one of the most diverse reptile families globally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4461\" data-end=\"4464\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4466\" data-end=\"4485\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4466\" data-end=\"4483\"\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4487\" data-end=\"4826\"\u003eThere are currently \u003cstrong data-start=\"4507\" data-end=\"4560\"\u003eno recognized colour morphs or genetic variations\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Tiger Thick-toed Gecko in the pet trade. However, natural variation occurs between populations, with some individuals showing lighter or more reddish-brown tones. These differences are typically environmental or locality-based rather than genetic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tails and Scales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48397940162775,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0016\/8611\/0252\/files\/IMG_2466.jpg?v=1774208695","url":"https:\/\/tailsandscales.ca\/products\/tiger-thick-toed-gecko-pachydactylus-tigrinus","provider":"Tails and Scales ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}