Care Guide
Overview
- Common Name: Kuhl's Flying Gecko, Flat-Tailed Gecko
- Scientific Name: Ptychozoon kuhli
- Origin: Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
- Size: 6-8 inches
- Lifespan: 8-12 years
- Temperament: Nocturnal, arboreal, highly camouflaged
Enclosure Setup
Tank Size
- Minimum: 18” x 18” x 24” (vertical)
- Recommended: 24” x 18” x 36” for more space
Substrate
- Our Mixture: Bioactive mix
Decor
- Cork Bark tubes and flats
- Vertical branches and climbing surfaces
- Dense live or artificial plants
- Background with texture helps reduce stress
Temperature and Heating
Temperature Gradient
- Basking Spot: 85–88°F
- Cool side: 75–82°F
- Night temps: Can drop to 70–75°F
Heating Equipment
- Halogen basking bulb (preferred)
- Ceramic heat emitter (if needed at night)
Humidity
- Target: 60-80% with misting 2-3 times daily
Lighting
- UVB: Low level is beneficial but not mandatory
- Use 5-7% UVB tube placed over basking area
- Photoperiod: 10-12 hours daily
Diet
Staples
- Crickets
- Dubia Roaches
- Mealworms (in moderation)
- Occasional Superworms
Feeding Schedule
- Adults: 2-3 feedings per week
- Juveniles: Daily
Supplements
- Calcium:
- Without D3: 2-3x per week
- With D3: 1x per week
- Multivitamin: 1x per week
Water:
- Provide a shallow water dish but they will often drink off of leaves over dishes
Behavior and Handling
- Extremely shy and fragile
- Best as a display species
- Rarely tolerate handling
- May drop tail if stressed
Shedding
- Will occur regularly in healthy individuals
- Signs include dull coloration and reduced activity
To help:
- maintain a constant humidity
- provide rough surfaces
- occasional light misting
Health and Common Issues
Signs of a healthy individual
- Bright, smooth scales
- Clear eyes
- Strong feeding response
- Regular burrowing
Common Problems
- Dehydration: Wrinkled or leathery skin
- Shedding Issues: Low humidity
- Metabolic Bone Disease: Lack of calcium/UVB
- Parasites: Most prevalent in wild caught individuals
These are common health problems but if your animal is sick or having issues PLEASE CONSULT A REPTILE HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
Key Care Tips
- Tall, planted enclosure
- Moderate heat, high humidity
- Live insect diet with supplements
- Minimal handling
- Lots of hiding/climbing space