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My baby crested gecko is too skinny, but I see poop. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My baby crested gecko is really skinny, too skinny, but it looks like she eats because there’s poop on the tank walls. Is this normal for her age?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on August 19th, 2018

Submit a stool sample to your veterinarian to diagnose intestinal parasites. Offer fresh crested gecko diet daily. Repashy or Pangea are brands I recommend. You can also offer appropriately sized prey (crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms, etc). Be sure to gut load them for 24 hours prior to offering to maximize nutritional value. Confirm proper environmental parameters. Low temps can affect appetite and digestion in reptiles.

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