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There is a lot to know about the science of crested gecko husbandry and if you're serious about getting a crested gecko, we'd urge you to check out resources like the Reptiles magazine online care guide or Phillippe de Vosjoli's 2012 book, "Crested Geckos: From the Experts at Advanced Vivarium Systems."

Having said all that, here's a basic introduction to housing your crestie.

Any pet that can scale glass walls needs an escape-proof enclosure. Most owners keep their grown geckos in 20-gallon (76-liter) glass terrariums with secure screen mesh lids. Babies can be held in a setup measuring half as large.

If you have to choose between a tall, skinny cage and a wider, shorter one, pick the former. Remember, crested geckos love climbing.

To that end, provide the animal with a few dried branches and maybe a small plant (of either the real or artificial sort — click here for a list of gecko-safe plant species). Be sure to leave some open spaces as well; cluttering benefits no one.

Hiding spots, where your lizard can retreat from prying eyes, are another must-have. Make sure to get a food dish and a water dish as well. Line the floor of your cage with reptile-friendly moss, mulch, coconut bedding or reprocessed paper.

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A New Caledonian Crested Gecko (Rhacodactylus ciliatus) smiles for the camera.

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