Care guide
How Long Do African Fat-Tailed Geckos Live?
Quick answer
With good care many African fat-tailed geckos live 15 to 20 years in captivity. Correct humidity, temperatures, calcium, and weight control matter most.
- Typical captive lifespan
- 15–20 years
What extends life
A humid hide, safe substrate, varied feeders, calcium, quarantine, and prompt vet care all help.
What shortens it
Obesity, metabolic bone disease, crypto, chronic respiratory infections, and repeated egg production in females.