Food/water dishes...

[Country Gecko]

Hello all,

I'm just wondering how many of you use the disposable plastic souffle cups (2-3 oz) for feeding and water dishes? Don't they tip easily? I've been using glass and plastic petri dishes and store bought small animal ceramic dishes and would like to get a bunch more dishes of some sort.

Thanks,
Glenn

 

[Leopardbreeder]

I use them, and sell them. I find that someones they DO tip, but many geckos do not tip them. I use them mostly for cresties.

 

[Country Gecko]

Thanks for the reply Matt!!!

Do you know what the height is of the 2 oz. and 3 and 1/4 oz. cups?

 

[Leopardbreeder]

I currently only have 2 oz. plastic cups and 3/4 oz. paper cups. I can get the measurements tonight.

 

[Pro Geckos]

The 2oz cups measure 2 1/2" Diameter - 1 3/16" High.
The 3.25oz cups measure 3 1/16" Diameter - 1 1/4" High.
The 4oz cups measure 3 1/16" Diameter - 1 5/8" High.

For leos I have noticed that some large adults (especially when shedding) will dump the 2oz cups. They work very well for babies and juveniles though. For some adults I use 4oz cups and they don't dump those at all. I use these for water BTW.

 

[Leopardbreeder]

Sorry, forgot all about this. I have been putting my labels on all my new supplies :banana: . I have also noticed that Cody, too bad they dont make cups with a wider base. I like your new avatar ,BTW.

 

[Country Gecko]

Hey Cody,

Thanks for the reply!

What dishes do you use for feeding mealies? Also, you mentioned you use the 2 oz. cups for hatchlings. Are they able to find the water ok at 1 and 3/16" tall?

Thanks again,
Glenn

 

[Pro Geckos]

I have also noticed that Cody, too bad they dont make cups with a wider base. I like your new avatar ,BTW.

Thanks Matt! Yeah, a base as wide as the rim would be perfect. We wouldn't have to deal with them tipping over then...

What dishes do you use for feeding mealies? Also, you mentioned you use the 2 oz. cups for hatchlings. Are they able to find the water ok at 1 and 3/16" tall?

Your welcome Glenn! I use petri dishes for feeding mealworms. Yes, my babies find the water without a problem.

 

[Leopardbreeder]

I think they do it sometimes on purpose They do it as soon as they are put back into the bins after cleaning while I am still watching.... they seem to make sure I am.

 

[Pro Geckos]

I think they do it sometimes on purpose They do it as soon as they are put back into the bins after cleaning while I am still watching.... they seem to make sure I am.

Glad I'm not the only one who's experienced that. LOL.

 

[Country Gecko]

Thanks for the info Cody!