LEOPARD GECKO
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The Leopard Gecko is a nocturnal ground dwelling lizard native to the semi-deserts of Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran and northwest India.
These amazing creatures are one of the most popular reptiles to keep as pets due to their docile nature, unique appearance, and easy care requirements.
They have an very interesting defence mechanism to protect them from danger. They will actually drop their tail to help them get away from and predators!
Care level: Easy
Average lifespan: 20 years
General nature: Gentle, Docile, sweet
Suitable for children? Yes
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Recommended readings:
Hot spot: 30⁰C-32⁰C
Background temp: 20⁰C-24⁰C
Night-time temp: 18⁰C-23⁰C
Humidity: 20%-40%
UVI: 0 – 0.7 (Maximum UVI: 0.6 – 1.4 in basking zone)
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Suitable housing (wooden vivarium)
Clamp lamp with ceramic holder
Spot Bulb
Dimming Thermostat
Leo life (or similar)
Water bowl
Meal worm dish
Calcium dish
2 hides (1 dry and 1 moist)
Relevant supplements
Decor of choice
Scoop for spot-cleaning
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The Royal Python should be housed in a vivarium (2 x 1.5 x 1.5 ft minimum)
Wooden Vivariums tend to work best for Leos over glass terrariums or PVC plastic enclosures, as wood is a better insulator, and works better to maintain the temperatures required for a Leo.
Note: Glass tanks (such as fishtanks) are NOT suitable for Horsfield tortoises
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Leopard Geckos are a crepuscular species and require a suitable light and heat gradient in the enclosure to simulate a complete 24-hour period
Overhead heating is our recommendation for Leos, this could be a glass, ceramic heat emitter, halogen or a deep heat projector (heater guard required)
Heat mats are another option as long as its run off a thermostat. (is heat mats are your preferred method then they are to be used instead of overhead heating)
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No additional light source required.
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Young/Juvenile/Adult offer a varied diet daily such as:
A handful of fresh weeds, flowers, leafy greens, daily
Follow a supplementation regime that involves calcium and multivitamin powders
