Care guide
African Fat-Tailed Gecko Size and Weight
Quick answer
Adults typically reach 7–9 inches in total length and roughly 40–70 grams, with males larger than females. Weight and tail thickness are better condition guides than length.
- Adult length
- 7–9 in
- Adult weight
- About 40–70 g
Growth
Hatchlings weigh a few grams and grow quickly during their first year on a good diet.
Tracking
Weigh monthly on a gram scale and photograph the tail. Trends matter more than single readings.