What is the scientific name of the Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko?

The scientific name of the Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko is Uroplatus phantasticus.

What are other common names for the Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko?

The Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko is also known as Eyelash leaf-tailed gecko and Phantastic leaf-tailed gecko.

Where are Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos native to?

Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos are native to Madagascar.

How big do Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos get?

Adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos typically reach about 3-4 inches.

How long do Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos live?

Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos live about 10-15 years with proper care.

What temperatures does a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko need?

Recommended temperatures for a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko: 70-75°F cool side, 75-80°F warm side, and 80-82°F basking spot.

What humidity does a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko need?

Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos need 60-80% humidity.

Do Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos need UVB lighting?

UVB lighting is recommended because it benefits Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos. Lighting spec: UVA/UVB benefits animal.

What size enclosure does a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko need?

Recommended enclosure sizes for a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko: Baby-Young: 12”x12”x18” ( 6 months +), OR, 24”x24”x24”; Adult: 18”x18”x36” (pair/trio minimum), 36”x18”x36” (trio lots of room). Can always go bigger.

What do Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos eat?

Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos eat: Insectivores: Fruit flies (neonates), Crickets, dubia roaches, calcium worms (black soldier fly larvae), mealworms, hornworms, waxworms, silkworms, etc.

Are Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos good for beginners?

Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Advanced for keeper experience.

Are Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos nocturnal or diurnal?

Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos are nocturnal (active at night).

What is Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko behavior like?

Common Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko behavior traits: Can be skittish when young; Arboreal gecko; Masters of camouflage (mimic dead leaves or tree bark); Some are cage territorial; Recommended to keep in “bonded” pairs or solitary; Not recommended for handling; Defense mechanism is detaching their tail; Tail will regenerate over time (shorter/different coloration than original); Males are always territorial with other males; Can be kept in pairs or trios (1 male-2 females).

Do Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos lay eggs?

Yes. Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.

How many eggs does a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko lay?

A Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko clutch is typically about 2 eggs.

How long do Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko eggs take to hatch?

Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko eggs typically incubate for about 90-120 days before hatching.

How long is the Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko oviposition period?

The Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko oviposition (egg-laying) period is typically about 28-30 days.

What is the best enclosure for a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko?

Recommended enclosures for Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos by age. Juvenile: HabiStat 12" Glass Terrariums. Sub-adult: HabiStat 18" Glass Terrariums. Adult: HabiStat 24" Glass Terrariums.

What lighting products are best for a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko?

Recommended lighting products for Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos: Arcadia 7% UVB D3 ShadeDweller Lighting, 12".

What heating products does a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko need?

Recommended heating products for Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos by age. Juvenile: Vivarium Electronics Radiant Heat Panels and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector. Sub-adult: Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector. Adult: Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector.

Is there a complete habitat bundle for Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos?

Yes. Recommended habitat bundles for Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos by age. Juvenile: Juvenile Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko Bundle. Sub-adult: Subadult Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko Ultimate Habitat Bundle. Adult: Adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko Ultimate Habitat Bundle.

Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko

Common Name(s)	Satanic leaf-tailed gecko Eyelash leaf-tailed gecko Phantastic leaf-tailed gecko
Scientific Name	Uroplatus phantasticus
Behavior	Nocturnal (active at night) Can be skittish when young Arboreal gecko Masters of camouflage (mimic dead leaves or tree bark) Some are cage territorial Recommended to keep in “bonded” pairs or solitary Not recommended for handling Defense mechanism is detaching their tail Tail will regenerate over time (shorter/different coloration than original) Males are always territorial with other males Can be kept in pairs or trios (1 male-2 females)
Reproduction	Oviparous (Egg Layer) Oviposition: ~28-30 days Clutch size: ~2 eggs Incubation: ~90-120 days
Lifespan	~10-15 years
Temperatures	70-75°F cool side 75-80°F warm side 80-82°F basking spot
Humidity	60-80%
Lighting	UVA/UVB benefits animal
Size	~3-4 inches
Enclosure Recommendations	Baby-Young: 12”x12”x18” (<6 months) Sub Adult: 18”x18”x24” (>6 months +) OR 24”x24”x24” Adult: 18”x18”x36” (pair/trio minimum) 36”x18”x36” (trio lots of room) *can always go bigger
Experience Level	Advanced *Parents should always be involved caring for any pet, until the child is 18 yrs
Diet	Insectivores: Fruit flies (neonates) Crickets, dubia roaches, calcium worms (black soldier fly larvae), mealworms, hornworms, waxworms, silkworms, etc.

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Best Bundles for Adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

Adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko Ultimate Habitat Bundle

Best Substrates for Adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use: 36 Quart

TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use: 24 Quart

Best Enclosures for Adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

HabiStat 24" Glass Terrariums: 24x18x24, 45 Gallon Terrarium

Best Lighting Products for Adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

Arcadia 7% UVB D3 ShadeDweller Lighting, 12": LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit

Best Heating Products for Adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater: 20W

Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 5.5"

Best Bundles for Subadult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

Subadult Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko Ultimate Habitat Bundle

Best Substrates for Subadult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use: 24 Quart

Best Enclosures for Subadult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

HabiStat 18" Glass Terrariums: 18x18x24, 33 Gallon Terrarium

Best Lighting Products for Subadult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

Arcadia 7% UVB D3 ShadeDweller Lighting, 12": LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit

Best Heating Products for Subadult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater: 20W

Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 5.5"

Best Bundles for Juvenile Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

Juvenile Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko Bundle

Best Substrates for Juvenile Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use: 8 Quart

Best Enclosures for Juvenile Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

HabiStat 12" Glass Terrariums: 12x12x18, 11 Gallon Terrarium

Best Lighting Products for Juvenile Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

Arcadia 7% UVB D3 ShadeDweller Lighting, 12": LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit

Best Heating Products for Juvenile Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos

Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater: 20W

Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 5.5"

Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos (Uroplatus phantasticus) are exceptional examples of evolution's ability to craft perfect camouflage. Endemic to the rainforests of Madagascar, they are renowned for their uncanny resemblance to dead leaves, complete with varying shades of brown, jagged leaf-like edges, and a curled tail that mimics a leaf. This cryptic appearance allows them to remain nearly invisible while resting on tree branches or among leaf litter, evading predators such as birds and reptiles. Their daytime immobility further enhances this camouflage, as they cling to vertical surfaces or hide among dense foliage, avoiding detection.

Beyond their visual adaptations, Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos are intriguing nocturnal hunters. At night, they emerge to feed on insects and other small invertebrates, relying on their exceptional night vision provided by their large, lidless eyes. These eyes not only aid in navigating the dense forest but also in detecting and capturing prey. When threatened, they can deploy a range of defensive behaviors, including vocalizations like hissing and even tail autotomy, where they shed their tail to distract predators. The tail continues to wriggle, buying the gecko valuable time to escape. These geckos' survival strategies underscore the importance of their unique adaptations, which are crucial for thriving in their rainforest habitat.

Native Range

Madagascar

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Common Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko ReptiChip Questions

: The scientific name of the Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko is Uroplatus phantasticus.
: The Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko is also known as Eyelash leaf-tailed gecko and Phantastic leaf-tailed gecko.
: Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos are native to Madagascar.
: Adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos typically reach about 3-4 inches.
: Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos live about 10-15 years with proper care.
: Recommended temperatures for a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko: 70-75°F cool side, 75-80°F warm side, and 80-82°F basking spot.
: Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos need 60-80% humidity.
: UVB lighting is recommended because it benefits Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos. Lighting spec: UVA/UVB benefits animal.
: Recommended enclosure sizes for a Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko: Baby-Young: 12”x12”x18” (<6 months); Sub Adult: 18”x18”x24” (>6 months +), OR, 24”x24”x24”; Adult: 18”x18”x36” (pair/trio minimum), 36”x18”x36” (trio lots of room). Can always go bigger.
: Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos eat: Insectivores: Fruit flies (neonates), Crickets, dubia roaches, calcium worms (black soldier fly larvae), mealworms, hornworms, waxworms, silkworms, etc.
: Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Advanced for keeper experience.
: Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos are nocturnal (active at night).
: Common Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko behavior traits: Can be skittish when young; Arboreal gecko; Masters of camouflage (mimic dead leaves or tree bark); Some are cage territorial; Recommended to keep in “bonded” pairs or solitary; Not recommended for handling; Defense mechanism is detaching their tail; Tail will regenerate over time (shorter/different coloration than original); Males are always territorial with other males; Can be kept in pairs or trios (1 male-2 females).
: Yes. Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.
: A Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko clutch is typically about 2 eggs.
: Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko eggs typically incubate for about 90-120 days before hatching.
: The Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko oviposition (egg-laying) period is typically about 28-30 days.
: Recommended substrates for juvenile Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos: TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use.
: Recommended substrates for sub-adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos: TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use.
: Recommended substrates for adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos: ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use and TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use.
: Recommended enclosures for Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos by age. Juvenile: HabiStat 12" Glass Terrariums. Sub-adult: HabiStat 18" Glass Terrariums. Adult: HabiStat 24" Glass Terrariums.
: Recommended lighting products for Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos: Arcadia 7% UVB D3 ShadeDweller Lighting, 12".
: Recommended heating products for Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos by age. Juvenile: Vivarium Electronics Radiant Heat Panels and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector. Sub-adult: Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector. Adult: Arcadia GoldenSun Basking Halogen Heater and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector.
: Yes. Recommended habitat bundles for Satanic Leaf-tailed Geckos by age. Juvenile: Juvenile Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko Bundle. Sub-adult: Subadult Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko Ultimate Habitat Bundle. Adult: Adult Satanic Leaf-tailed Gecko Ultimate Habitat Bundle.