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'Gherkin' The Giant Gecko For Rehoming
New Caledonia Giant Gecko (Rhacodactylus leachianus) — An iconic gecko species known for being the largest gecko in the world!
Photos taken January 2026
Currently for sale off-site, please purchase via our website for delivery or collection from store
Age: CB Sub-adult
Pet only home - Gherkin hatched with a bump/kink in their lower back and could develop more bone curvature as they age. This does not negatively impact Gherkin, however for this reason they should not be bred from.
Sex: Unsexed
Handling: Friendly once used to their new owner
Suitability: Beginners
Diet: Crested Gecko Diet
Enclosure recommendations
Require a slow increase in enclosure size as they grow
Adult Enclosure 90×45×90cm Glass Terrarium
Thermostatically controlled heat mat or overhead heating
Digital thermometer and hygrometer
2.5 - 7% T5 UV lighting recommended
Densely cluttered decoration with lots of cork flats and rounds
Correct supplement schedule
Full enclosure kits available
New Caledonia Giant Gecko (Rhacodactylus leachianus) — An iconic gecko species known for being the largest gecko in the world!
Photos taken January 2026
Currently for sale off-site, please purchase via our website for delivery or collection from store
Age: CB Sub-adult
Pet only home - Gherkin hatched with a bump/kink in their lower back and could develop more bone curvature as they age. This does not negatively impact Gherkin, however for this reason they should not be bred from.
Sex: Unsexed
Handling: Friendly once used to their new owner
Suitability: Beginners
Diet: Crested Gecko Diet
Enclosure recommendations
Require a slow increase in enclosure size as they grow
Adult Enclosure 90×45×90cm Glass Terrarium
Thermostatically controlled heat mat or overhead heating
Digital thermometer and hygrometer
2.5 - 7% T5 UV lighting recommended
Densely cluttered decoration with lots of cork flats and rounds
Correct supplement schedule
Full enclosure kits available