{"product_id":"mourning-geckos","title":"Mourning Gecko","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe mourning gecko (\u003cspan\u003eLepidodactylus lugubris) is a\u003c\/span\u003e small, arboreal species of gecko that reaches only 8-10cm in length. They make a very interesting display species due to their social and active nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to their fast speed and small size, these geckos are not suitable for handling.\u003c\/strong\u003e This species is largely all female and reproduces via parthenogenesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diet consists of small insects and fruit paste (Arcadia gecko food, Repashy gecko food, etc.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e A vivarium sized 30 x 30 x 45 is suitable for a pair of geckos. This species also does well in a paludarium set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting: \u003c\/strong\u003eAs they are cathemeral (active at sporadic times over a 24-hour period) rather than nocturnal, a low percentage UVB such as the Arcadia Shadedweller 2.4% or 7% is recommended, and can be sat on the mesh atop the enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeating: \u003c\/strong\u003eA heat mat and\/or basking bulb controlled with a thermostat is also recommended to ensure adequate ambient and basking temperatures. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperatures: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackground Temp: 21⁰C-25⁰C (69-77⁰F)\u003cbr\u003eHot Spot: 26⁰C -29⁰C (80-85⁰F)\u003cbr\u003eNight-Time Temp: 18⁰C-22⁰C (65-72⁰F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaks of humidity at 60-80% should be aimed for. This can generally be achieved with misting 1-2 times a day or with a misting system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll our live animals are click and collect only, and cannot be shipped. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Newlands Garden Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51468607684935,"sku":"1133556","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/Mourninggecko.webp?v=1745165737","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/en-gb\/products\/mourning-geckos","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}