For starts, you can raise the basking temp a little bit - 110 is ok, but 115 to 120 is better. The cool side is fine where it is.



For now, don't feed crickets until you can get him eating greens and such - he needs to be well hydrated before he eats bugs. You can also try giving him a 10 minute soak in very warm (not hot) water - only about 1/2 inch deep. He might drink if he's very dehydrated.



Do you know what species he is? Can you tell us more about the enclosure? How large is it? Is there a UVB light? What kind? Are there any tank mates?



If you just got him, it can be normal to be shy for a couple days or weeks, but if he's skinny and you just have a bad feeling about his health, you might consider getting him to a vet for a check up and a fecal exam - make sure he's not infected with parasites that are making him feel cruddy. He should have a check-up soon anyway, but sooner is better if you think he might be sick.
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Torey

Salem, Oregon, USA

1.1 Uromastyx Geyri (Joe and Arthur)

2.0.1 Uromastyx Dispar Maliensis (Tank, Turtle, and new neighbor Spike)

1.2 Anolis Carolinensis (Bowser, Leeloo, and Sprocket)

1.1 African Dwarf Frogs (Bruce and Sheila)

1.0 Betta Splendens (Mr. Miagi)

1.1 Felis Domesticus (Roscolux and Jenny)

And several miscellaneous community fish

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