Basic Leopard Gecko Setup & Care

Jordan of Pisces Walks you though the Basic set-up and care of Leopard Geckos.

[@melissasidney2707]

RIP left earbud

[@adriannavasquez5626]

thoughg it was just me lmao

[@estherdelgado4150]

Melissa & Sidney me to

[@stoutlager6325]

Moist hide to assist in shedding should be in the tank as well. Usual method is small tupperware container with moist sphagnum moss or paper towel. You can also buy decorative hides that are designed for this purpose for a nicer look. :)

[@JoeyFYS]

Ohhh could you possibly link me to one of these decorative moist hides? Cause I'd love to eventually make my tank look cooler! :) Got so many animals though it's expensive to keep them all looking awesome haha!

[@nolandunn3362]

Very nice job

[@Johnny-zz1zv]

Thanks for the tip bud

[@zachbenson7380]

great vid :)

[@jakenorgard1153]

Nice

[@ItsParker1562]

Thank you so much. I didn't know what I need for a Leopard Gecko habitat until I saw you video. Thank you again.

[@anonymouskirk7271]

Project Maverick this has inaccurate info don't listen to it

[@andiejones4040]

This video is incorrect. A lot.

[@MrRod317]

This video is not incorrect what so incorrect about it

[@borderterriersckcdogshows4703]

thank you so much for making this video. I love this video!!

[@alexbloom6118]

You don't need a heat lamp because they absorb heat from their belly

[@DragonDude698]

Exactly I see so many people doing that

[@JoeyFYS]

Is a reasonable sized heat mat on the bottom suitable? I've got one that isn't quite the same size as the tank, but would that offer a gradient for them? :)

[@DragonDude698]

It should NOT cover the whole bottom only a small part zoo med has heat mats that say what they can be used for . I think leopard geckos should have like a 7 watt heat mat I forget but double check with the petstore or ask online

[@poof8421]

alex bloom If you use an heatlamp it warms up the substraight sorry bad english

[@fionashepley478]

Heat mats are still much better for them, it's also cheaper for you.

[@paulcollier211]

Heat mat and thermostat pls

[@guacamoletester4606]

I already have birds to feed in the morning plus I have school. Would it be okay to feed them at around 5-6 o'clock?

[@piscespet1]

+Sandi Jennings They are nocturnal so it's usually a better idea to feed them in the evening; so that shouldn't be a problem.

[@borderterriersckcdogshows4703]

My leopard gecko has a 20 gallon tank and he is by his self is that OK or NOT?

[@AnimalandGamingchannel]

A bit to big 20 gallons is for 2 geckos

[@T4CO1776]

A bit of a tip leopard geckos, like he says in the vid are nocturnal so therefor when they come out during the night there is no heat coming from above like a heat lamp does. the heat is coming from the sand that has been in the sun all day, i suggest both the heat pad and a heat lamp BUT at night make sure to turn off the lamp or put a timer on. (aka what he says in the vid)

[@andiejones4040]

The video is wrong they are not nocturnal. They are crepuscular.

[@embc8755]

I was wondering, how do you feed them calcium? Do you dust it on the crickets, or?...

[@piscespet1]

Marcel Vhante Dusting insects is usually the best way to supplement calcium. Every feeding for juveniles and every other feeding for adults. It is also a good idea to supplement with a reptile multi-vitamin once a week instead of calcium.

[@Orzule]

Em BC no just buy a calcium rock, then they can just lick it when they want to, it does more work than just dusting a case of crickets

[@fionashepley478]

I'd dust the insects every other feeding instead of using a rock, they could overdose on the calcium. Before you say that's impossible: it's possible to overdose on anything. Look up calcium overdose in leopard geckos, click on the website, and scroll down to calcium overdose. Too much calcium in the bloodstream can be fatal.

[@oakley4518]

Leave a small bowl of calcium in their enclosure and they'll lick it when they need it.

[@andiejones4040]

Dust the crickets

[@CyborgNinja7]

So the geckos need calcium. Would they eat egg shells and would it be safe?

[@xman-jo6lm]

Yes it would but you have to blend the egg shells that's what I have been doing for 5yrs

[@mr.quimby_is_newclyde8830]

I have a 30 gallon 3ft by 18in would that be okay for two

[@skysmashers1455]

Mr.quimby_is_new Clyde definitely just have at least 4-5 hides

[@vidalifevita8259]

are heat mats a fire hazard? cause i have my tank on a wood drawer...

[@piscespet1]

+Vida Bozzi Well technically any heating device could be considered a fire hazard. If your tank is on a wood stand, it shouldn't get hot enough to ignite it but always make sure your wires are in good shape. Any time you are using heating equipment for reptiles, it's a good idea to have a smoke detector nearby. I wouldn't worry about using a heating pad on a wood drawer though.

[@vidalifevita8259]

Pisces Pets oh ok thanks, just getting my research done, my mom says i cant have another pet, but i'll probably ask here again for Christmas, or just pay myself haha. at least i have a tank already :)

[@piscespet1]

+Vida Bozzi Good on you for doing lots of research! It's definitely important! Hopefully your wish will come true haha.

[@vidalifevita8259]

Pisces Pets hahah hopefully thanks! (or a bearded dragon haha)

[@andiejones4040]

They are not a fire hazard but you need to regulate the temperature of your heat mat.

[@rockstar74665]

How many hours a day does the heat matt need to be on?

[@sebastiansalazar4087]

All day

[@guyclement620]

4-7 hours

[@paulcollier211]

24 hours

[@tylerlyons6505]

My gecko doesn't like my hot side he is always on the cold side and the hot side is always around 80 to 85 degrees

[@andiejones4040]

Make the hot side cooler.

[@TheBigcatdaddy1]

Can you feed them freeze dried crickets?

[@fionashepley478]

NO

[@thesentret2481]

No all of their food has to be alive

[@mayurivick]

do they bit

[@xman-jo6lm]

No it's rare they are mostly calm

[@wix3759]

Is the leopard gecko the same as a bynoes gecko?

[@MonkeyBomb]

You're so dumb

[@wix3759]

+Monkeybomb374 Ahhah first off shut up/secondly that was 3 months ago/ stupid question because I own a blue tongue/stick insects/fish/geckos and frogs as well as 2 cats. And I'm from Australia so I have no clue where I got the idea of a leopard gecko from/

[@sugarkats21]

no they definitely aren't

[@100loggiebear]

Hey you should only use a heat pad they absorb heat through their bellies.😀

[@MrRod317]

You could use heat lamp to

[@haziqsaini5065]

How many degrees does the gecko needs?

[@Benny.cm_2.0]

Derpy ZigZag 80s or high 70s

[@Benny.cm_2.0]

Derpy ZigZag nothing below that

[@Hanna-hj9jx]

Actually have a thermostat sit to 90°f to 92°F with a heating pad

[@brandontruman2986]

Derpy ZigZag at least 2 if it wants to be a surgeon

[@jpgaming7737]

everyone is saying they don't need heat lamps, but mine has a heat mat and lamp. She rests in it all day!

[@MrRod317]

Ikr idk why people say that

[@sagitak1670]

I've heard that the lamps are bad for the geckos

[@oliviaann4496]

no the pads are DUH

[@missalaya7449]

Epic whatever girl, you look like you're 5. You know nothing about leopard geckos.

[@sagitak1670]

Actually, that photo was taken about 5 years ago, I'm far from being 5, thanks. And I've seen ALOT of videos of people doing research and not recommending lamps, also I've got 2 leopard geckos. So whatever 💁🏼

[@missalaya7449]

Sagita xo Give me a reason why you should use heat lamps.

[@missalaya7449]

***** She said false information which someone might listen to her and they'll waste money on a lamp when they can just buy a pad.

[@tylerwhitley2995]

Are they fast?

[@rooftopshootaz8927]

Productive Slug not really

[@xman-jo6lm]

Waldo your they run fast but they only run when threatened

[@dylanvromen3124]

You can't choose between headlamp or heat mat they need a heat mat

[@luisvallejos4786]

I know right

[@andiejones4040]

Actually, you can. A heat mat is just better. A heat lamp will do the same job, just not as efficiently

[@MrRod317]

Yes you can you could use heat lamp why everyone is saying that

[@gracecollier9494]

They need a bigger tank and a heat mat , termostat

[@aidan6690]

No heat lamps!!

[@julianbernal3827]

Boiiiii he said ribs, pork😂😂😂😂

[@melissaverdon1090]

If you want your gecko to thrive and not just survive upgrade to a minimum of 20 gallon

[@gexx9790]

Honestly STOP if you're not gonna give the right info

[@marybartlett4729]

You are supposed to upgrade the cage when the gecko gets bigger. After a year, to have to go from a 10 gallon to a 20 gallon, or else the gecko won't have enough space.

[@piscespet1]

+Mary B. The more space you can provide, the better it usually is. 10-gallon tanks are a bare minimum, we always recommend to upgrade to a larger size.

[@animeoverlord3265]

you don't have to if you don't have the money or room

[@user-zt4zx7lf8n]

snakecat100 if u don't have the money or the room to properly care for an animal then u shouldn't have that animal!

[@caliklepto1316]

3:04 lol, but wow this guy knows his stuff! Great job!

[@pedrocrane4714]

Not really he gave ton of bad information like the tank size the heating source etc

[@traysesmith6283]

I got a leperd gecko

[@luisvallejos4786]

He lied geckos don't use heat lamps they only get their heat from their stomachs therefore they don't need a heatlamp but they need a heat Matt

[@MrNateMCM]

Its debatable, there are many different bulbs that are used. Most out there should not be used. For example a red bulb (not entirely visible to them) are used for nocturnal purposes. A 75 watt red bulb keeps the warm side of a 10 gallon between 85-90. Even right near the surface. They tend to lay out in spots that are warmed up. Infrared bulbs (also red) are the best option. (Bulb wise) They are a more dimmed version and direct the heat to a more specific area rather than spread it thus heating the surface even more so. I have a 75 watt infrared bulb and my Leo is very active, eats daily, sheds normally etc. no signs of insufficient heat.

[@andiejones4040]

Heat lamps can work because they heat up the substrate but a heat mat is better.

[@paulcollier211]

A 10 gallon is way to small for an adult leopard gecko you need at least a 20 gallon

[@batpool8338]

so what does this guy eat WELL GOOD QUESTION

[@epicreptileshow2731]

Basic leopard gecko setup and care more like blow about 200 dollars on shit you don't need when you can just get things that will only cost you 50 dollars in total

[@AllstarPlayz]

They aren't nocturnal they crepuscular

[@andiejones4040]

Thank you. finally, someone who knows what they are talking about.

[@kyleconnolly5779]

Ye

[@kyleconnolly5779]

@@andiejones4040 ye ik I knew It from the youtube channel leopard gecko

[@MrRod317]

Wamlord they are nocturnal and crepuscular they are both its just they are most active during dusk and dawn but stay awake in the night

[@AllstarPlayz]

Legend Prime bro I said that 2 years ago

[@thelovelybrain7066]

Leopard geckos are not nocturnal, they are crepuscular

[@communitylp5429]

The Terrarium is to small

[@andiejones4040]

*too

[@agustintorres4371]

🧟‍♂️ I like turtles 🐢

[@t1ghe]

Surely a thermostat is needed unless your intending on cooking them. A thermometer too.

[@nuclearvlogs2022]

Its crepuscular not nocturnal

[@primosupremo8759]

how is a carpet or paper towel in any way natural? also mealworms are horrible for their digestive system. oh and stay away from overhead lights

[@piscespet1]

+Primo Supremo Reptile carpet or paper towel are generally the safest option for substrate as there is no risk of impaction. This can be especially important with juveniles. Almost all leopard geckos sold as pets are captive-bred and have likely never been on sand. It's true that the exo-skeleton of mealworms can be hard to digest, that's why they're only recommended as an occasional treat and not a staple diet.

[@KILLER-ug1oj]

It's okay but try Eco earth

[@andiejones4040]

Repti carpet and paper towel are not ": natural" but they are SO efficient and are easy to clean. They also don't kill your gecko-like calcium sand can.

[@naomibyland6055]

You obviously don’t know the proper setup as they grow you need to upgrade to a 20g and there not basking reptiles! They need under belly heating! Don’t give them a lamp use a heat mat

[@andiejones4040]

20 gallon is minimum so you should upgrade to bigger. You can use a heat lamp it just won't be as effective.

[@ohmyl3s857]

This was old before it was very big that you would house leopard geckos in 10 gallons but now we are all aware that 20 gallons are the minimum

[@TheAshley5214]

My brother is commenting on this and he Is getting 1 from pet smart and his is a juvenile😂🍰🎈🎈

[@gracecollier9494]

No an adult leo needs a 20 gallon

[@nellyvlogs2767]

Is it only me I can't here the video

[@AnimalandGamingchannel]

No your deaf

[@nellyvlogs2767]

Shut up idiot. The video has bad qaulity. And notice how this was posted almost a year ago

[@AnimalandGamingchannel]

You are a douche bag that is deaf fuck of

[@blakerobertson6658]

+Reptile Z bitch

[@AnimalandGamingchannel]

Blake Robertson lol WUT

[@leilanihall5032]

NO HEAT LAMPS!

[@xman-jo6lm]

U can use heat lamps

[@xman-jo6lm]

I have one and used heat lamp for 5yrs for him

[@xman-jo6lm]

I still do

[@xman-jo6lm]

He is a professional either way

[@Xmusicislove02X]

Solitary, and also diurnal, not nocturnal

[@zesprixx]

They aren't nocturnal or diurnal, they are crepuscular.

[@cheyennespidle913]

Xmusicislove02X you can keep two or more FEMALES together

[@MrRod317]

@@zesprixx they are nocturnal and crepuscular they are both its just they are most active during dusk and dawn but stay awake in the night

[@haydenjackson6923]

Ribs are pork dude

[@xXZookeeper11]

You're a savage

[@pedrocrane4714]

NO never put a adult leopard gecko in a ten gallon the bare minimum is 20 but I recommend 30

[@sdmpodcast554]

I have a 20 for mine but 10 works good as well

[@jammindragon1812]

10 gallon is fine what are you talking about?

[@fionashepley478]

Jammin Dragon 10 is not fine. It used to be the minimum but that’s outdated info now. Care standards change and improve over time. The bare minimum for an adult is a 20 gallon long and bigger is better.

[@MrRod317]

@@jammindragon1812 how come I see you in every comment section

[@murkyclouds2770]

haha 3:03

[@reptileguys951]

This guy doesn't know what he is talking about

[@pedrocrane4714]

True

[@trevGman-]

Adult leopard geckos need at least 15 gallons to have enough space to feel comfortable

[@trevGman-]

Also leopard geckos aren't nocturnal they are awake in the morning and afternoon

[@melissaverdon1090]

Leopard geckos canNOT and should not be housed together