Yellow Belly Mourning Gecko

The Yellow Belly Mourning Gecko (Lepidodactylus lugubris) is a small, parthenogenetic gecko morph known for its cream-to-yellow belly coloration and lively personality.** It’s a popular choice among reptile keepers due to its ease of care, unique reproductive biology, and suitability for bioactive setups.

Size: 3.5–4 inches (8.5–10 cm) in length

Lifespan: 10–15 years in captivity

🏡 Care & Husbandry

• Enclosure: Small vertical terrarium (10–20 gallons for groups), with plants, cork bark, and hides.

• Temperature: 72–78°F, no special heating required in most homes.

• Humidity: 60–80%, maintained with misting.

• Diet: Commercial gecko diets (Repashy, Pangea) plus small insects like fruit flies or pinhead crickets.

• Handling: Best enjoyed as display animals;