Naturalistic Leopard Gecko Tank

[@flashofpink]

Rune's new cage is as natural as possible while still being a healthy setup that meets all the needs of a leopard gecko! What do you guys think? p.s. If you're wondering, I didn't add any thermometers because I check the temps regularly with a digital temp gun. ;) Don't forget about the new merch! ► teespring.com/goldfishgurumerch

[@andreajasyl2655]

Hi im planning to get a hermit crab i know its going to be a challenge but i was wondering if you know what substrate works best

[@dracumaura]

MissC 101 MissC 101 you shouldn't own hermit crabs at all because they're all wild caught animals and it's just not good to own them, they can get kinda big and they're social creatures so you'll need more than one ,which means an even bigger encloursure. the entire hermit crab trade is kimd od a bad scene :// it's really not recommended that you own hermit crabs, but if you really do want one and believe you can take care of them correctly, just do a ton of research before, look at multiple sources and try to find trustworthy sources, like someone who has owned them and done well with them for a long time.

[@ETXHoofandWings]

Solid Gold Aquatics you should have made it bioactive so it will clean the tank for you after it gets established

[@badrinathjagannathan3793]

Solid Gold Aquatics Amazing! Could you please give an update on the pond and your wakin & watonai’s

[@breezexotics]

Solid Gold Aquatics hey Jenny! I've tried Eco Earth out with my Leo for about 9 months now and I really don't recommend it! It's a very dusty substrate and I found it blocked her nose and the fibers would often get caught in her mouth when catching crickets. However, about 2 months ago I switched to Arcadia Earthmix Arid which is a fantastic all natural substrate that has no dust and can actually be healthy for the gecko to digest accidentally! It's also capable of growing plants like succulents. Toss in a few dermestid and darkling beetles and youll have a really nice bioactive tank that the leos will enjoy! This is how I did mine and they adore the substrate to dig much more active with better sheds. Hope this helps!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Thanks so much for the shoutout, I really appreciate it! Rune's tank looks awesome! 😃

[@amyandthewild7147]

Love this!

[@courtneyhart8705]

Two of my FAVORITE KZbinrs connecting! I love it! 💜🦎 just missing Kitten Lady 😉

[@flashofpink]

You’re so welcome Rebecca! Thanks for sharing great information about leopard geckos and helping so many people care for them better!

[@liewhanleong9418]

Leopard Gecko hi

[@kashmereart9330]

I was actually thinking about you and am so happy once she actually did mention your channel! :D It's *the* place to go for all your Leo gecko questions/needs!

[@aliciah2758]

I love the relationship you have with Sylvia. How she peaks her head out of her hide when you get close and open her cage is the cutest thing ever. :)

[@flashofpink]

She has so much personality, I love her!

[@ccr6457]

Or maybe she’s just hungry 😂🤷🏻‍♀️

[@lilmisstrouble85]

One video i would love to see is a realistic video on the costs of purchasing and maintaining healthy pets so that the inexperienced subscribers can get a really good feel for what they are getting into should they also choose to purchase a lg or keep a healthy tank. I see lots of videos on feeding all the pets or room tours but i never see anyone talk about the upkeep costs and since i work in a pet store i see first hand how many people dont know the actual costs and then they tend to try and cut corners to keep costs down which isnt good for the pets. Otherwise i love the information

[@megkucera174]

Broken Toy yes please

[@cmcmillan22]

its because upkeep costs and even supplies very dramatically from region to region. same reason you don't see people talking about it with fish. even hard goods vary dramatically. for example those exoterra vivs are 60% more in Canada than in the US.

[@maddiemainer]

I keep almost all of my receipts regarding pet related purchases and holy crap it’s a lot of money

[@lilmisstrouble85]

Cody McMillan i hear that but there is an average price range and you can always state "in my local city ... Costs are this...which may vary"

[@cmcmillan22]

well the problem is a lot of it is sponsored too, and you don't need a $175 exo-terra vivarium to maintain a healthy pet. a petco $30 29g long is plenty and a under-mat heater with some paper towl, 2 hides and a water dish. I personally don't see the value in it. explain their needs and let the pet owner decided what he/she wants to do.

[@jackhearn0633]

Legit the perfect set up 1. Plants 2. Eco earth 3. Background 4. All rock style hides 5. That wood piece. Nice job👏🙌

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Gosh all your custom cages are _SO NICE_ I'm honestly quite jelly, but you worked hard and totally deserve all the nice things Jennie

[@flashofpink]

Thanks girlie, keep up the great work on your turtle videos! :)

[@hotdogsandchickennuggets667]

Your jelly what flavor?

[@killab5505]

Jennie, you know I love your videos. From all the science to the high level animal husbandry; you own this. I am constantly inspired by your love of animals, and it just plain makes me feel less weird for having 10 fish tanks, two cats, one human, and an unending supply of conversations with any bug, bird, or rando nonhuman I see. Don't worry the actual human is my roommate. Nothing devious people. As always thank you for continuing to be delightfully weird and showing people that if they choose to take on a pet... any pet, it is their responsibility to care for them and ensure a happiness in their new habitat. You're the best my friend. Keep up all the wonderful work you're doing! I can't wait to see what you do for Sylvia!

[@KVmusicprod]

Thank you for using 'Light' for this cool video😊😊

[@flashofpink]

Thank you for the great music!

[@cadenryan7672]

I use eco earth for my leopard gecko and he loves it! he actually has a little hole that he dug in the substrate and he actually uses it as a hide! but don’t worry he has to other hides that I put it the terrarium. I’ve never seen anything like this in leos behavior wise, but I think it’s pretty cool! love you’re videos ❤️

[@helloiamtiredallthetime.631]

Bro Leopard Gecko is my FAVORITE channel! It is very informative and also very entertaining! I don’t just watch it for the information, I watch it just because I love the way she sets up her tanks and how much she loves her geckos!

[@00Hendrik00]

2:12 you pet the dog's reflecton

[@naerwyn239]

haha I noticed that too!

[@ChunkyOrca]

4:44 her dogs paw :)

[@robingagan6288]

Hendrik Petersen Very observant

[@kristenvanfleet191]

Thanks for sharing! I miss your cats! I love seeing the German Shepherd hanging out while you set up the tanks! You did an amazing job of setting up the tank for the gecko!

[@emily_brown]

Hello! I’m so grateful to have you as a resource! You’re always my go-to care guide. Always so thorough, thoughtful, and inviting! I received a free gecko and inclosure today and now feel like I can optimize his setup! Thank you!Sending good vibes your way 🌞

[@isabellanajera9762]

So the cool hide is the side where there isn’t a heat mat ?

[@smallbrain43]

I don’t usually use moist hides because where I live it gets pretty humid in the summer but in the winter it doesn’t get cold so I don’t really need to worry about that but I usually dump a bit of water around the tank.

[@dracumaura]

in your humid hide, you should also add some moss or damp paper towels ,just to help with shedding a little bit more ,with the moss they can rub against it to help get the shed off. it'll also just keep it more humid :-)

[@poeticfelony]

spheremint I switched from paper towels to echo earth in my gecko's moist hide after she mistook the paper towel for her skin and ate it!

[@dracumaura]

PoeticFelony how does the eco earth work for you?

[@danyawalkingshaw38]

I love how often you've been posting! I'm obsessed with your videos 😍

[@randmgaming4851]

I have a baby lepoard gecko I’ve had her for over a month she is so sweet! And loves to flop on her fav hide in the warmth

[@nicolebutler9077]

I love Leopard Gecko's KZbin channel! So glad you shouted her out

[@yva1118yva]

finally, someone has a lavender!!! he looks just like Figaro, although Fig has a Zorro bandit nose & has the lavender inside lateral stripes instead of spots on the back, like a bold stripe. the breeder (bold & bright) has many, but i don;t often see lavenders in videos! their head types, eyes, & tails look sooooo much the same. adorable! ((:

[@jennc.8008]

Hi! You have very nice geckos, and I love the new tank! I wanted to let you know that Leo's are technically crepiscular, not nocturnal, meaning they like to come out more during dawn and dusk. Also, I have read that their humid hide is supposed to be half on the warm side half on the cool side of the tank. I'm not saying that anything is wrong or anything, I just want you to be as informed as possible, since you influence so many others!!! Have a great day!

[@laurens5515]

1. Leopard geckos actually do need uvb. But most people decide to supplement it. 2. You should look into a deep heat projector! Their amazing and great for leopard geckos.

[@cavetown7550]

So happy for Rune, Sylvia and you!

[@jamjam1090]

Purchased those lights for my tank, but in the warm variety. Thanks for the put on

[@TheLovegirl1229]

I put a porcelain tile that I found randomly and added them two my two leporded geckos tanks and I found that they actually were starting to deficate on it, both of them. I found this super cool bc now I can just take out the tile and clean it off without tearing the while tank apart

[@fionashepley478]

snnpets I recommend eco earth, it lets them dig :)

[@erindevlin7980]

Leopard geckos are too pure for this world

[@II-bw5pp]

Yes I've been watching leopard gecko youtube for many years and i find her a very credible source

[@DiMiTri-ys7ei]

Best gecko video and setups on KZbin ♥️♥️♥️

[@sarahslovely08]

LOVE how the room and tanks look. Girl, there is SO much echo. Can’t wait for that lol. You’re a good animal momma

[@mgecko2959]

So as far s UVB goes most people in fact agree they don't need it however it can be very beneficial for them.

[@catealston9755]

I've loved watching your channel grow from just goldfish to reptiles and other pets!

[@zero_sugar07]

At 2:12 the reflection of the tank makes it look like she is petting Palmer

[@goth-mushroom]

Rune is so cute, and his new home is such a beautiful setup! I love watching your videos and seeing what all you have accomplished in your fish room, I love seeing the transformation, and I'm a big fan of those custom backgrounds, they're amazing! I used to keep fish when I was younger, unfortunately I bit off more than I could chew and I was not prepared for how hard it really was. Now several years later I'm wanting to get my first reptile, but I'm hesitant because I don't want to make the same mistake I did with my fish. But watching your videos is not only a fun, informative experience for me, and not only do I learn a lot, but it also inspires me to be determined that I'm not going to give up when things get hard like I have in the past. If I had a bunch of goldfish that I loved and they all died, I would probably just give up and never keep fish again, but you didn't, and because of that you're a huge inspiration to me. :3 Anyway yeah sorry for the long comment I just had a lot I wanted to say. xD Also would you consider getting a crested gecko? That's what I'm planning to get, and I was just curious. :3

[@biguglyoiboy]

Nice Rune's tank looks awesome!

[@thelaneyl0xley78]

Love it! Rune looks real pretty too

[@datinyone]

i've got a young leopard gecko.. not too sure on the age.. i use eco earth, and ive actually seen my little one spit it out if he/she gets it in it's mouth while eating.. love the tank set up.. my little one is still in a 10g but i'm going to upgrade to a 18x18x18 terrarium soon.. Kind of wanting a second gecko now... lol..

[@rininta2609]

Silvia's tiny head popping out is the cutest thing 😍😍

[@katelynmarieg8]

I love eco earth I use it in the humid hides with some moss. My geckos love eco earth I have eco earth in a small container and they love digging in it and laying in it. I also use it for my frogs.

[@russemusique]

Love the backgrounds! I love LeopardGecko's channel! You can tell she really loves her pets

[@ruthking8400]

Lol! I love your supervisor laying on the floor by you making sure your doing everything properly! :) He's a beautiful German Shepherd! :)

[@Done478]

Should have non-reflective glass for your tank doors to give you (and us) a clearer view without staring at our lights. I use it whenever I frame pictures to allow comfortable viewing from all angles. Next time...😉

[@wtv_dom2511]

I use moss in my Leo’s moist hide and he burrows under and surrounds himself in wet moss

[@9622paige]

Rune looks just like my mack snow Leo Little Foot. “He” was found out to be a “she” recently through the leopard gecko forum. I just cleaned her cage earlier and have had her for almost two years. My heat mat is inside the tank under the reptile carpet because it wasn’t putting off enough heat through the glass. I switched from being an avid hamster owner and even bred them and watched all the channels here on KZbin but after my last hamster died I figured out I couldn’t handle anymore deaths and therefore have upgraded to a leopard gecko which is long lived obviously because I saw a guy in middle school with his and had wanted one since and finally talked my parents into it and convinced them that she wasn’t a “snake” lol and was quite different physically, obviously the legs would be number one but also the ear holes, eyelids, and a tongue that isn’t forked. I’m 21 but still live at home outside in a 32 foot camper so I still needed their permission even though I basically live in my own apartment out here. And I have a black moist hide that looks nearly identical to yours with wet coconut fiber or whatever it was that it’s called (the chunky stuff that you have to soak to break apart) lol. Anyways have had no health probs that God and am looking forward to many many more years to come enjoying her.

[@mxexotics6033]

I’ve been meaning to look into further about switching to a loose substrate for my Leo’s. My beardies have been on loose for over a year. Loving Rune’s setup, can’t wait for Sylvias!

[@DragonHeartAJ]

MX Exotics Lots of research and experienced leopard gecko owners and breeders will automatically say that Loose substrate is bad, no matter what it is. Now of course, don't take it from me, I'm still learning myself. But I've heard it enough to know it's bad. I've heard eco earth can get dry and Dusty, therefore your gecko will Inhale it. Misting it alot will also raise your humidity which also isn't good. I would recommend tile as will also experienced owners. It's natural, keeps in heat and is super easy to clean! Leopard geckos come from a hard, rock/clay type terrain anyways :)

[@cowboy_danthe_lizard_man6627]

Eco earth is the best substrate. I use it in all my Lizzy cages exept my created cage which has moaa on top of paper towels

[@evelynbenton5268]

I recommend you put the water bowl a little high because if Rune likes to dig he will most likely get eco earth in it

[@DolphincutieWorld]

Great video. I use that eco earth stuff too for my hermit crabs it's very good humidity. I use my wet.

[@kendryncoarson]

I love this! You take such good care of all the animals! One day I hope to have an animal room like this! You have come so far since I first started watching you 4 years ago!

[@PrimeTimeAquatics]

Nice set-up. Both my boys have Leopard Geckos and it gives them something to think about. 😀

[@caitlinwilliams9360]

Awwww, I bet he/she likes the new home!

[@szvilmos2418]

The leopard geckos are doin better in pairs. Nice terrarium 😊

[@fionashepley478]

Szabó Vilmos they do best alone, they’re solitary animals and cohabiting almost always ends badly.

[@poeticfelony]

I watched all of LeopardGecko Talk's videos before getting my little girl, Nora! I agree she is very credible and knowledgeable. However, I would strongly recommend you move the moist hide to be half on/off the heat mat, so the middle of the tank. Cold, damp environments could lead to a URI in these lil dudes. Also check out excavator clay! Maybe you could do Sylvia's tank with that and some slate tile? That's my plan for my gecko's new upgraded setup! Love you Jennie!! ❤

[@plantinstincts2132]

Awesome setup. You're leopard gecko is adorable.

[@haleybrafford8385]

I absolutely love this! I love that fake plant in the log! Trying to find something similar so I can add to my tank! Great job as always.

[@flashofpink]

I just added a link to the fake log planter to the description! :)

[@haleybrafford8385]

Solid Gold Aquatics thank you! Again you’re awesome!

[@laynepepper4189]

I'm desperate for an update on Neptune's tank, the patio pond and the community tank (if you've changed up the substrate and added plants)!!

[@BugWitch_]

Rune is so cute! He almost looks like a mini tegu :)

[@kataratify]

that log with the plants looks awesome!!

[@Wesker3128]

I use eco-earth and it works so well!

[@holladolla3047]

You are SO right, The leopard Gecko KZbin channel is 👍.

[@spacetripper9401]

I use Hydroponic LED's on all my reptile tanks one because they provide great source of UVB, 2. Hydroponics LED arrays are dirt cheap approx. $35 for 200W, they are also stable they provide a great low temp without high illumination in fact its like permanent dusk during the day for my Leo's and then LED time switches too Blue at night, I then focus on using a ceramic heat lamp above and under floor matt for heating... this way you don't get huge temp variations between day and night. I also use a ZigBee Humidity/Temp smart device cost $12 tiny little Tile size device stick on side of glass, provides constant humidity and temp readings to android and IOS devices so you can monitor you vivarium while away, (Requires ZigBee Gateway cost $25), this is also works with amazons echo dot, through a skill so I can automate my monsoon and heat mat. Smart iReptiles!!

[@fionashepley478]

Space Tripper that sounds great, I wouldn’t use any lights at night though because they disrupt their day/night cycle

[@ruthking8400]

I absolutely love your new leopard gecko cage! I like how you decorated it! :)

[@kripkethechameleonfriends4505]

I've also been watching the Leopard Gecko channel for sometime and considering going with the Eco Earth in the near future since it absorbs odors and you can easily remove the waste and not have to replace the bedding for few months, plus our Solara seems to love it in the little bin I made for her😊

[@kerribontz5688]

Jennie I love Runes new cage. He is so cute.

[@PiokoMew]

When she says What do you think? all I can think of if is Simply Nailogical

[@SheriNewton]

That is a beautiful tank and that gecko is gorgeous! Great job you did with the setup.

[@andersonbonilla43]

This helped me a lot to see what I needed for the proper care for a lepord gecko 🦎 thank you

[@alexthemoviemanoutofmymind7897]

Wow u have such cool cages I bet those geckos love them

[@alyssag5582]

A Giant African Snail would be soooo cute to add to your collection!!, I have little garden snails so cute when they eat😍

[@macijohnson5244]

I can’t wait to see Sylvia’s new setup

[@bigjay4142]

Great job on the set up Jenny it looks amazing I really like the fake wood with the plants in it Make the set up beautiful 👍👍

[@tristenharper5142]

Watched all of leaopard gecko’s videos, can approve of her channel

[@chimimono2498]

No thermostat to keep the heat mat from burning them?

[@coastalwren]

yes! leopard gecko talk is awesome!

[@lilygordon6244]

i use the eco earth for my horsefield tortoise, and its great for her

[@jessieakerley]

I’m looking into getting a leopard gecko! I have a few crested geckos and I love them!

[@nicolescarafile3309]

You’ve seriously slowly inspired me to get a Leopard Gecko 😩

[@lilajeanne6288]

I got a goldfish ad. Love the tank!

[@kiyatidmore7989]

I have a heat light bulb and a night heat lamp but if I buy a heating pad will I still have to use them both

[@lily-ek7ox]

my gecko sheds really well and quick without a humid hide though..

[@allan7934]

looking forward to future updates on this set up. My sons L. gecko destroyed the plants in his tank...I should say trampled. That would be more accurate. Would like to have plants in it.

[@robinlynx1156]

I’m thinking about getting a leopard heck and this video was really informative and helpful :) thanks!

[@justinety]

Just curious for my own leopard gecko, how do you sterilize the leaf litter you get from your yard?

[@bbduckgaming9482]

Justine if you grab it from your front yard boil it in water for like 30 minutes and let it dry and youre good to go

[@muezzus2626]

I hope you are using a thermostat to regulate that UTH! I didn’t see you mention it in the video.

[@fuzzwuzzy1]

very nice i love the color pattern on him

[@mikejurnak0324]

Reminds me of my leopard gecko Smokey you did a nice job with his home✌

[@erikhinojosa1697]

I got out of school just now so I can watch your videos

[@oldgoogleaccount1338]

We also are using an exo-Terra tank

[@nenav2178]

Could you do a bioactive terrarium? Like the whole setup with isopods and everything?

[@flashofpink]

I looked into it extensively, but isopods and springtails (the insect cleanup crew) need a moist substrate, whereas leopard geckos need a dry environment. I couldn't find any info about cleanup bugs that liked dry environments. I have seen a partially bioactive leopard gecko setup that was done by having a small portion of the tank substrate remain moist. For me, I don't think it's worth the hassle. I don't mind cleaning up little leo droppings here and there. They usually pick one spot to do their business in, so cleanup is pretty easy.

[@fionashepley478]

Solid Gold Aquatics neither of those are insects. Springtails and isopods can definitely be used

[@koofdome]

I want that tank with the slider doors!

[@quinnique]

Yasss. Leopard Gecko's Channel is ❤❤❤

[@aquariumfishFAN-yc3rh]

So beautiful Gecko

[@soymilkbaby]

do you have a dish you keep in there of calcium without d3? they should always have access to calcium without d3. and i would move the moist hide to the middle of tank so it’s warm (not hot) and moist.

[@hotdogfrenchfries5707]

They dont need it if you reguarly dust their food, its really just there for a peace of mind

[@soymilkbaby]

Eowyn Croyle i suppose but their food also needs to be dusted with calcium with d3 and multivitamins so i prefer to let mine have free range of calcium without d3. but mine is a rescue with MBD so i guess i’m just overly paranoid haha!

[@cindyluroman7238]

Thank you this was so helpful, I'm new to Leopard Geckos..nice to see your set up...

[@kameohosley2175]

Seen leopard gecko. Very informative

[@kiiatri]

Have you shared how you keep your crickets? I used to have lizards and the worst part about them where the crickets! I tried keeping them in their own small cage but they would eat each other, even though they had food. Was pretty gross. They also chewed through a bag once and got loose in my room. In general, I struggled to keep them alive much less grow my own supply. How do you keep and maintain your cricket supply?

[@Tanner-xd3im]

Good job not using sand I heard coco fiber does not cause impaction I use it for my Pac-Man frog

[@williamhernandez9348]

awesome info. what happen to the axolotl? should do an update.

[@Bloodhoundfostermom]

Wow!! Looking amazing!!!

[@lettuce4385]

It looks awesome good job

[@Nyxl124]

Really liked this video. I actually came from Leopard Gecko's channel. 😊