Sunbathing

[leopard master]

Do the geckos need sunlight to thrive and grow healthfully,if so,how long and how often do I need to put them under the sun.

 

[mmsi1002]

Being nocturnal, they don't "need" sunlight.

 

[johnnyboy4783]

I know they are nocturnal but i have actually seen my male climb on the wood and sit directly under the light like hie is sunbathing?

 

[Leopardbreeder]

No, they do not need sun light. I have my geckos in the basement and I just have lights on top o the racks so they know when its night and day.

 

[Ishtar]

A couple years ago I wanted to find out for myself if my leos wanted to hang out in the sun. I put their tubs half way in a shadow and half in the sun. Not one gecko preferred the sun. It is probably a very bad idea to expose albino leos to the sun for long.