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Not finding food

survey33 Feb 20, 2015 10:59 AM

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I have a few new adult and juvenile Gargoyle Geckos each housed individually in 12 x 12 x 24 cages with lots of sticks, fake plants, and a feeding ledge with food and water cups.

My problem is I don't think that they are eating the food (Pangea, 2 different flavors). Each night when I feed them it does not appear that they are eating any of it and it eventually dries up and is thrown away. However, if I put food on a spoon or stick in front of them, they all readily lick it up.

Any tips on getting them to find and use their food bowl? Just don't want to have to hand feed them forever.

Thanks, Dave

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Jeremie Jun 08, 2026 08:11 PM

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Keep an eye on their weight if they are staying plump than they are eating some don't clear their dishes while others eat alot. Also make sure to be feeding live prey

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