New Setup for Leopard Gecko

[TBlaine]

I just purchased a Zoo Med 10 gal tank kit, log hide, rock hide, carpet and a heat pad.

I placed the rock hide on the heat pad side, and the log on the cool side with the food/water dishes.

The room that the tank is in is consistantly 73°F

The thermometer in the rock hide reads 86°F

Do I still need to use the top lights?

 

[Leo844]

Leopard geckos can actually be harmed by top lights, you should only use the heat pad, but do you have a thermometer to control the temperature the heat pad heats to?

 

[lisa127]

What are you measuring your temps with?

 

[Micro123]

Though Leopard Geckos are some of the easiest lizards to care for, it is still very important that you set up their habitat properly. They have unique housing requirements that must be met if you want to maintain their overall health and well-being. The following tips will help you provide your Leopard Gecko with a healthy, safe, and enjoyable home.