Description
The Caramel Stripe African Fat Tail Gecko Adult is a selectively bred, captive-bred reptile known for its distinctive caramel-colored dorsal stripe and docile temperament. This gecko is for the intermediate to advanced keeper looking for a unique, handleable display animal with predictable genetics. We’ve stocked this specific morph since January 2026, and it consistently draws repeat customers back for its striking appearance and reliable personality.
Stand-Out Features
- Distinctive Caramel Stripe: A clean, high-contrast caramel stripe runs the length of the dorsal line, set against a base color that can range from tans to darker browns.
- Proven Captive-Bred Lineage: Sourced from established breeders, ensuring a healthy, well-started animal accustomed to captive life.
- Ideal Adult Size: A manageable adult size, typically 8-9 inches, making enclosure requirements straightforward.
- Known for Docility: The African Fat Tail species is renowned for its calm disposition, and this line exemplifies that trait, making it a good candidate for careful handling.
- Hardy Constitution: When provided with proper husbandry—moderate humidity and a thermal gradient—these geckos are robust and long-lived.
Technical Data
| Species | Hemitheconyx caudicinctus |
| Morph | Caramel Stripe |
| Age Class | Adult |
| Weight (measured) | 6.6 oz |
| Diet | Insectivore (Crickets, Dubia Roaches, Mealworms) |
| Recommended Enclosure Size | 20-Gallon Long (30″ x 12″ x 12″) minimum |
| Temperature Gradient | 88-90°F warm end, 75-78°F cool end |
| Humidity | 50-60%, with a humid hide provided |
Your Questions Answered
Is this gecko eating reliably?
Yes. All our adult geckos are established on a diet of gut-loaded crickets and dubia roaches. We provide a recent feeding record with each animal.
How is the stripe pattern inherited?
The Caramel Stripe is a line-bred trait. Breeding two Caramel Stripes together increases the likelihood and intensity of the stripe in offspring, though some variation occurs.
What is the difference between a Fat Tail and a Leopard Gecko?
African Fat Tails require slightly higher humidity, are often more sedentary, and have a thicker tail used for fat storage. They are generally considered to have an equally docile, if not more relaxed, temperament than Leopard Geckos.
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