Everything I Use With My Leopard Gecko | Heating, Lighting, Substrate, Tank, etc

[@leopardgeckotalk]

As I said in the video, I'll list shops who stock Arcadia products in the description, but I don't think many people heard me say that, so here they are - ▶ If you'd like to save money whilst shopping for your pets, download Honey for FREE www.joinhoney.com/ref/leopardgecko ▶ US SHOPS The following shops should carry Arcadia supplies - Reptile Basics, Custom Kages, Custom Reptile Habitats, Pangea, LLL Reptiles, Biodude, Zen Habitats, Scale Boxes, New England Herps, Reptile Supply Co. and LightYourReptiles. ▶ CANADIAN SHOPS www.reptilesrus.ca/

[@rubenubiles3820]

I might be getting a lepored gecko sone COS of uu

[@sarahdasilva593]

Leopard Gecko can you make one about a baby leos shopping list?

[@AJ-cg7vd]

I’m getting a leapord gecko very soon and I was wondering if I could get any of this from petsmart because that’s the only places I can go to get things for my gecko and I’m also getting my gecko at petsmart

[@boomarang3018]

Waseem Shah um

[@nkhdot]

mxcha._xx u can but most of them are not heathy there really overweight

[@vex_exe_]

Wow, the timing is so ironic. You had to post this literally 2 minutes after I buy my gecko. I had been hoping for an updated version of this video and I guess I got what I asked for so I can't complain.

[@zzimmerman5559]

Indeed

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Haha perfect :)

[@table7938]

Yes. Yes. Yes. You should do one for your Crested Gecko!

[@sewlfn]

i agree!

[@taquavion1504]

That's what I asked lol

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Yeah I feel it's been a while since I've done a video on my Crested Gecko. A lot of my stuff is natural things like wood, cork, plants, etc, but I'll see what I can do :)

[@table7938]

Leopard Gecko Yay! Thanks! I’m thinking of getting a Crested Gecko! I love your channel so much that I’m gonna name it Leopard Gecko!

[@table7938]

You could also do one for your chewie!

[@sugarrainbow1168]

I’m getting a leopard gecko in March 2021 but already preparing lol 😂

[@miriandias8547]

That’s great! That shows dedication and that you really care. Good luck to you😊

[@sugarrainbow1168]

Thx so excited

[@taquavion1504]

I'm getting a crested gecko in about 3 months and I'm so excited

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Perfect haha, this will give you so much time to prepare :) I had to wait and save for 3 years for my first leo, so i feel your pain lol

[@graceixo6633]

I’m getting on in November 😂 still getting prepared.

[@ZoesZoo]

These types of videos always make me jealous of the great reptile products only available in the UK 😭 North America has been needing to up its reptile game for a long time now!

[@stephaniekimbley9757]

I feel the same way! I have been doing research for two months and I'm collecting all of my supplies to get my very first Leo! The UK's selection blows North America's out of the water.

[@c.6alex]

Zoe's Zoo for real!!!! I’ve been looking for a good quality affordable vivarium for my leopard gecko. Unfortunately the US mostly offers glass terrariums 😭

[@leah___6627]

@@c.6alex I've run into the same issue. Enclosures are either not the size I'm looking for or way too expensive. I have a plan to upgrade my leo to a 4 ft enclosure at some point, and I've decided to build it myself when I have the time and space to.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Sometimes it sucks when I use these items and they're really good, recommend them to you guys then find out your cant get them where you are :(

[@plant2188]

I know! North America needs more Arcadia products!

[@yvessakamoto127]

My mum finally said ok to me owning a Leopard Gecko, thanks do much for your videos! I've watched all of them a lot!!!! Your channel is awesome!!!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Ah that's brilliant! Good luck :D

[@Lepibel]

same. she was only hesitant about it cuz we go on vacations , but i told my mother about people who come over to your house and give your reptile food, clean the terrarium..... and after that she said yes. btw, i pay for everything XD. its worth though

[@thistle_flowers5018]

Julian Oswiecinski aw same! I pay for my Leo, it’s so worth it to have him around, I love him so much

[@boomarang3018]

Haha same! I’m getting him pretty soon! How’s your Leo? Have you got him/her yet?!

[@yvessakamoto127]

@@boomarang3018 yes I have, he is doing pretty well, and enjoying the enclosure I made 😊

[@Angel__537]

I wish wooden enclosures were more available like that in the states

[@tokki963]

For all my dudes in America I really suggest getting a tank conversion kit. I have a 20 gallon tank with a mesh lid top and I absolutely hate it. What I would recommend is tilting it on its side where the top of the tank would be facing you adding tracks right where the lip is and add acrylic or glass panel doors. Where as you would have sliding glass doors like a Vivarium but not really because it’s all glass. And The air circulation can be made with a holes all along the glass panel doors

[@leopardgeckotalk]

ah interesting!

[@markjones3288]

I inherited 2 leopard geckos from my wifes nephew who was only 7 there were malnourished and very shell shocked I found you on you tube and thanks to all your tips they are thriving . I can not thank you enough just yesterday I watched your video on shedding you killed it ! Thanks again .

[@moonlark5039]

Are they housed together?

[@Jayonna09]

Hi I’m getting my Leo soon and I’m really excited

[@randomuser2212]

Cool! I got mine today. I hope you do well with your leo

[@zzimmerman5559]

That is good

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Ah brilliant, good luck :)

[@mauricethegecko9700]

@@leopardgeckotalk I got mine in March :)

[@stephaniekimbley9757]

I just have to thank you so much for this channel. I have been doing research for about 2 months now as I plan on getting my first leopard gecko next month and your channel has been an INCREDIBLE source. Because of you, I can honestly say I feel ready and confident about my ability to care for a Leo! It's been very important to me from the start that I learn how to help my Leo THRIVE- not just merely survive, which I thoroughly believe is the common thought at your average large sale pet store. Again, thank you and keep it up!

[@lali9162]

My grandma said she would get me a Leo for Christmas and my mom be like you ain’t gonna get a leopard gecko, but I’m still planning, your videos are really helpful 😁

[@colbytyree2592]

I use the the deep heat projector and squeaky loves it also I got that crew neck sweatshirt for Christmas and I love it and

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Aw thanks so much! Glad you liked it :D And glad to hear squeaky is getting on well with the DHP :)

[@StrayMegumi]

I use exactly the same as you arcadia and habistat as like you said they are just great products I've owed leopard geckos for over 30 years and you like what you like and I find products from these companies very trustworthy and great value for money 👍🏻👍🏻 great info video I absolutely love your videos plz can you do 1 on crested geckos 👍🏻👍🏻

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Ah thanks so much! Wow 30+ years, I imagine you've seen a lot. I know back in the early 00s it was all about calci sand and heat rocks 🙈 glad to see less and less people use this now.

[@StrayMegumi]

@@leopardgeckotalk even back then I never once used sand its just common sence at the end of the day that sand is an easily swallowed product and obviously is going to cause damage so hence dont use sand no matter what ever and my oldest gecko was nearly 22 when he passed away gizmo but I've kept his name going as I currently own a female called gizzy lol

[@dominiquedeavers1111]

I adopted a leopard gecko and your videos have been so helpful. Trying to do a bunch of research before I upgrade my geckos substrate and heat source

[@lironh7784]

To fix them being off time just get a plug in with several outlet plugs and plug it in the timer and everything plugged in will turn on/off all at the same time

[@leopardgeckotalk]

That would be helpful but my tanks are spread around my room so they plugs aren't near each other unfortunately

[@leonneal750]

Thank you so much for always sharing! I’ve used all of your insight for caring for my leopard gecko for the past four years!

[@TomMattin]

For timers I switched to wifi extension lead then set times for each socket on an app. Cheaper, easier, tidier!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

ah fancy, i don't think I have that kind of control over the plug sockets in my house 🙈

[@alaineneuburger2830]

Do i own a Leo? No. Am i gonna? Most likely not Am I still gonna watch this? Heck Yeah

[@roxannagrey4966]

Lol 😂😂😂 I'm getting one very soon.

[@BlindSin]

I use smart timers instead of digital! Solves all the problems ☺️

[@DJSleepyDx]

I recently bought a leopard gecko myself and your videos have been very informative. while he is skittish right now i'm hoping ignatius will come around to me handling him more with time.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

aw nice :) it can take a little time but totally worth it in the end :)

[@geotheleo2716]

Leopard gecko = GOD of leopard geckos

[@leah___6627]

I love Arcadia's light and heat products! I use the shade dweller kit and the DHP in my leo's bioactive. I also plan to get one of those new jungle dawn led bars to replace the aquarium led lights I'm using. I just wish that Arcadia would release longer versions of the shadedweller kit because I want to build a 4ft enclosure for my leo, and the uvb wouldn't be as effective.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Is it a 4ft long or 4ft deep tank? I wouldn't worry if its long, a light and shaded area is actually quite ideal :) I think in diegos tank the UV will be most potent over the one side of his tank, and the other will be shaded. I've tried the LED bar with the new tank and wow it's powerful, illuminates the whole tank, really good :)

[@maddiecase8063]

i highly doubt you’ll reply to this since this comment was so long ago, but i just got a leo myself and i was wondering, do you use anything else to emit heat other than the DHP? im not sure how i should go about heating her tank. i’ve heard a heat mat and a ceramic heater work, then i’ve heard just a ceramic heater, then i’ve heard just a DHP so im super confused as to what to do. thank you!!

[@joesphjules-baptiste8267]

I'm getting a leopard gecko in 2 weeks, and your channel has helped my very much! Thank You so much

[@sh969]

We use a smart plug for our lighting. And, then it is on for 12 hours a day because it's in a dark room. And a wyze camera in her tank, so it's easy to double check when it's on and off.

[@Kamirose.]

Just wanted to mention that whether the source of a vitamin is natural or synthetic doesn't affect whether it can be overdosed on. What is important for that is whether the vitamin is fat soluble or water soluble. Fat soluble vitamins are stored in the body's fat stores and don't get urinated out as waste. The source of the vitamin doesn't change how they're stored in the body and how dangerous it can be to overfeed them.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

oh no i know that, but for example instead of using straight up vitamin A which can be overdosed, the supplements I use use something that the body can change into vitamin a if needed -- the name escapes me, but it is non-toxic/can't be oversupplied.

[@kemenesquivel4001]

Holy crap your channel has gotten huge I remember when I first got my leopard gecko 5 years ago I was watching your for advice/information. Keep up the great work!

[@jaydenhuse9445]

I love your channel so much been subscribed ever since you started

[@geotheleo2716]

This channel is so big I never thought when I first got my gecko there would be this big channel! :D

[@FuzzyMonster234]

Smart plugs are a favorite

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Are these the ones controlled by apps? I'm only just hearing about them today in this comment section 😯😯

[@FuzzyMonster234]

Leopard Gecko yes! and They work with Alexa and google home

[@geotheleo2716]

What are smart plugs??

[@BloodRedLegend]

I have an African Fat-Tail but I figure a lot of the stuff you talk about for Leopards will apply to AFTs anyway so it couldn't hurt to subscribe. Plus the gecko in this video won me over. Too cute!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

haha thanks :D

[@realreptiles5596]

I got a leopard gecko and he is a baby named radar he is soo sweet thought I hand fed him after four days and he took the food so gentle

[@sugarrainbow1168]

Where’s my early squad

[@geotheleo2716]

Sugar Rainbow here

[@geotheleo2716]

Sugar Rainbow 🌈

[@crayon4486]

I guess I'm kind of early?

[@taquavion1504]

Kinda I guess

[@CryBaby-ll6oe]

Here

[@theplacetobefunnyvideos562]

Your gecko is so cute

[@Everettalla]

I already own a leopard gecko. I have everything I need. Am I still gonna watch this?: Yes.

[@wickedglassbears]

Vivarium Electronics make great thermostats that are more available in the US.

[@jewlszs]

I’ve been wanting a leopard gecko ever since I was 5! Finally this year for my birthday after showing I’ve done so much research, I can get one! :) I watched all your videos on a binge and now I know everything there is to know. Thanks!!

[@smuvraccoon3078]

I want to make a secret hide under a rock where the wood is cut out and a 5 gallon glass tank is next to it to be a very large hide

[@leopardgeckotalk]

So the hide will be a 5 gal tank? :O thats cool

[@josealvarez5235]

yayyy another video

[@danluna7916]

This was a very informative video and I appreciate the work put into it. For those in US concerned about dimmable/pulse proportional thermostats for their deep heat projector, it seems that exo terra has a 600 watt thermostat that is pulse proportional/dimmable (as specified on their package). The others seem to be on/off in regards to retail store brands like the other exo terra thermostat models, zilla, zoomed,etc.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Thanks :) and thanks for the tips for US viewers, I'm never 100% sure what tech you have available over there 🙈

[@danluna7916]

@@leopardgeckotalk Glad to help. Proper equipment is important for their reptiles. I will note that the US is a bit behind in reptile products compared to the UK. Generally, the best retail reptile brands the US has is Zoo Med, Zilla, and Exo Terra for tech. Up until recently, those brands were really the only major brands the US had. However, since Arcadia is starting to show up online for the US it is a definite plus and upgrade. Thank you for sharing your knowledge on Leopard Geckos and reptiles. I really appreciate it. :)

[@geotheleo2716]

Ya

[@danieljones2959]

Thank you for the vivarium link. I've been struggling to find a good tank for my gecko and I've found so many good ones

[@lizzanable164]

ugh, your videos are so helpful, can wait to get my little gecko (aloe) in February! thank you!

[@jaydenhuse9445]

I’ve always wanted a leopard gecko

[@CryBaby-ll6oe]

I'm supposed to be getting one tomorrow I hope you get one to

[@zzimmerman5559]

Hope you get one blessings from me to you.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

aww, they're awesome geckos :)

[@courtneyyoung3169]

Same ☹😂

[@SWhirlwing]

The products you have available in the U.K. are soooo nice. I really trust Arcadia and would love a chance to use their substrates. For timers, I use smart outlets. Some of them have their own apps, and some can be used with Google Home or Amazon Alexa. It’s easier for me because of darn Daylight Savings.

[@stephaniekimbley9757]

What brand are your smart outlets?!

[@SWhirlwing]

Steph Marie - I use both Gosund and BN-LINK, which you can get on Amazon. A four-pack of Gosund outlets is around $30.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Ah nice, someone else mentioned controlling the plug sockets from an app, i was like 😯😯 Didn't even know that was a thing lol

[@Person-wb9xi]

Ahhhh i’m getting a leopard gecko in a few weeks for christmas and i’m picking out things to set up his tank before i get him!! i can’t waittt!! i love ur channel thanks so much

[@umwtfnana]

How’d it go ?

[@Person-wb9xi]

@@umwtfnana it went great. he’s about 9 months now and really healthy :)))

[@taquavion1504]

You should do this with your crested gecko I've been thinking about getting one and dont know all the best stuff to use for it

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Yes think I will do, its been a while since I've filmed with lyra :)

[@leila8485]

Your videos help me so much I’m getting a leopard geco soon and you prepare me with things that can go wrong

[@offlinedeletedaccount13]

My Leo just she'd right before midnight this dude never wants me to sleep

[@angrylizzard276]

I have based a LOT of stuff i got for my gecko from your videos

[@codebreakeractivate6366]

The last bit I need to prepare for I'm going to get it January 30 aka my birthday Edit my dad got me everything for xmas and I got this little guy for christmas his name is ct and he is adorable

[@davanee5834]

Its uvb absolutely needed

[@leopardgeckotalk]

nope, but if you don't use UVB you must provide D3 along with other vitamin and minerals :)

[@rafaelsantiago6367]

Awesome video.

[@morganbooth3419]

Just upgraded one of my AFTs to bioactive. I’d been using bioactive for my crested and leachianus for many many months, so now I’m finally upgrading my terrestrials. Leopard gecko is next!

[@zzimmerman5559]

Good video very informative. Have you ever read the 2nd edition leopard gecko manual it is a good book. It matches a lot of what you talk about on your channel.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Thanks :) I haven't seen that book around tbh. Im always a little wary of books like that as some that I had when I first was researching leos are so out of date 🙈

[@zzimmerman5559]

I understand this book is pretty new though . it had a four and a half star rating so I think this book is ok . thank you for replying other channels don't always reply but thank you .☺

[@frogwizard5637]

Wowie those Microclimate controllers really get you riled up! Take that as a warning folks!

[@zzimmerman5559]

Stuff like that just kills me some times when things don't work and you could smash it like the Hulk. Some times that also means that if your not willing to take time on crap like that then maybe a leopard gecko isn't for you.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

yeah, made me so mad. Spent so much money on them and they were useless. Even though they come with warranty the people weren't particularly helpful, and as I said in the video, they didn't even fix them lol

[@themadhawk4027]

for the UV bulbs I use an Alexa smart timer so I can use the Alexa app to change the time for summer and winter and for £10 for a pack of two

[@edgyboi7647]

I’m getting mine November 25 2020 and I have a binder of facts I’m coming up with a feeding schedule!

[@luna_bobatea1742]

Thank you!!!! I think I’m I’ll get some of these things!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Ah perfect, no problem :)

[@denali_gsdservicedog7134]

You should try smartplugs! They run to your phone and always work at the same time and are silent and low profile opening up plug space!

[@prestonjamieson9067]

I want a gecko so bad, i love your videos

[@leopardgeckotalk]

aw thank you :)

[@prestonjamieson9067]

Leopard Gecko thankyou for replying keep up with the good work

[@roaspeaks7613]

Hey everyone! I found the HabiStat thermostats on this online store called “Bigamart”. Just thought I’d put this here since I personally really like these thermostats! :)

[@wickedglassbears]

I’ve been pouring through your videos while I wait for all my supplies, and first leopard gecko. I even found Arcadia UVB lighting here in the US :)

[@hedgehogowner893]

I’m getting a leopard gecko in about 2-3 months!

[@lem0ncakesss632]

Prepping for my dream leo!

[@starnaito]

I use the Bio Dude's Terra Sahara substrate for my gecko. It looks awesome in the tank and my gecko likes digging down into it. So it's definitely a great option for those in the US! :)

[@ghsty318]

Have you ever had any impaction issues with it ? I'm considering using it for my geckom

[@starnaito]

@@ghsty318 No, I've never had any issues with impaction. It does have some larger pieces in it though, so if you're concerned that the gecko might eat it, you might want to sift through and pull those pieces out. I feed my gecko on a piece of slate rock or in a bowl so he's not eating off the substrate.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Ah awesome :)

[@thomasmitchell9561]

"Thats not really a brand thats just... nature" 😂😂

[@dw5353]

I just got a leopard gecko today from a previous owner, it had sand. A large water bowl, a single hide, and one large heat lamp set to just 3 hours from 5am. This is gonna help so much on my haul today to fix all of it. Thank you. Also if anyone has suggestions pls let me know

[@paulinamercado3857]

Hi! Could you please do one for crested? You inspired me to get my first crested gecko- and I trust alot in your judgement. So far from all your info my gecko is doing great!

[@nadeen--ness246]

This is so informative, I really wanna get a leopard Gecko but I’m making sure to watch all your videos and actually understand each part before I get into starting to set up my enclosure ❤ Just a question about heating, so I either use a heat projector or a heating mat, not both?

[@nightinggale6470]

Heat mats are not a good primary heat source. I recommend using a halogen flood bulb as the primary heat source, they’re the most natural and beneficial heat source. A deep heat projector is the second best option :)

[@elisebosch7850]

I might get on may 8th!

[@your_local_reptile6700]

You should be a sales rep for habistat :') I always use habistat thanks to you! They're amazing brand and I personally couldn't recommend anyone else over them

[@PUBZZY]

Thanks sooooo Much this video has given me a few ideas, Can’t wait till I get my one!

[@linac9236]

So helpful! Thank you 😊

[@RandomGuy-tw1dz]

Thanks for the information and advice

[@leopardgeckotalk]

No problem :D Thanks for watching!

[@miriandias8547]

Hello person reading my comment! (Hopefully Leopard Gecko) I need some advice. I’ve been researching and saving up for a bearded dragon for months. I really like them and I think they are beautiful and fun creatures but I just can’t afford them. I’ve already bought a 40 gallon tank but I have no way of getting more money besides some help from my mom every week. I’ve decided not to get a bearded dragon anymore because I want any bearded dragon in captivity to live a rich and full life which from the amount of food they eat isn’t likely with me. I have 2 reptiles already btw so I have experience! Do you think I should consider getting a leopard gecko because I don’t want the supplies I bought to be a waste

[@JSWIZZILE]

I would say if you can afford one and know how to care for one go for it!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Ah that's a shame, but good for you for not getting a beardie anyway - some people will get pets when they can't really afford them. Do you think any of your current reptiles would like an upgrade? You could use it for that? There are other lizards like Rankins Dragons and toad headed agamas that are somewhat similar to beardies. Whatever you choose, just make sure you do lots of research and really really want it, as a lot of these lizards can live a long time :)

[@miriandias8547]

Leopard Gecko I have a crested gecko and a leachie. The 40 gallon wouldn’t really cater to their needs haha. Besides I’ve already ordered a new tank for my crested gecko. Is 40 gallon good enough for leopard geckos?

[@JSWIZZILE]

@@miriandias8547 yes,that is double the amount reccomed it would be amazing.

[@Glowbackgrounds]

Great video, I would love to see an updated one for your crested geckos! :)

[@swolepopelifts]

So recently, my almost 4 year old gecko, Nova, has been acting weird. Her tongue is white, she is acting tired, her tail is smaller and a little wrinkled (she lost it 1 and 1/2 years ago) and she won’t eat food. The pet store where I’ve been getting crickets from has 3 sizes of crickets, and I’ve been getting mediums. Their mediums have been getting smaller and smaller, so I decided to move up to large’s. I fed her 3 large crickets (I usually feed her every other night but I was planning on feeding her 3 larges every 3 days). She lives on eco-earth btw. The day after is when I noticed her tail was kind of shriveled, so I took her out and looked at her stomach and there was a dark spot, but it was pretty small. Still though, I was worried about compaction. I gave her a bath and she was more energetic about that, and last night I gave her another bath and it had the same result. However, when I took her out, she crawled around on my hand for a bit then pooped on my hand. However, the poop was only the white part, and it was VERY small compared to what their poops usually are. I believe she’s compacted, but I’m not sure. Eco-earth doesn’t make geckos compacted I thought, but maybe it wasn’t the eco-earth and was instead the large crickets. Also why would she have a white tongue? Her tongue is usually pink. Thanks!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

I would take her to the vets to be sure. Is the heating correct? Sounds like maybe the warm bath warms her up.. maybe theres something wrong with the temperature (must be 90oF on the hot side)

[@swolepopelifts]

Leopard Gecko it’s in the 80 degrees Fahrenheit, I’m really considering taking her to the vet. Thanks for responding!

[@lolol20111]

I’m gonna get a leopard gecko and I’m so excited

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Ah good luck :D

[@titsonaboar5654]

I wish there was a place to wooden vivariums cheap in the states.

[@geotheleo2716]

Can you do the things that you feed your geckos and reptiles

[@avivarosenthal416]

thank you for thu=is i can tell your extremely educated and i reaally trust u

[@itzxamelia7587]

Thank you I’m getting a leopard gecko thank u he/she is sooooo cute

[@ohkumaaaaaa]

I was wondering if there’s a US equivalent to the habistat dimming thermostat? I’ve tried to google it but all the blogs and sites I’ve read talk about the actual Habistat dimming thermostat, and not alternatives. Thank you so much for making this video! I’ve had my baby for about 7 months and I’m slowly upgrading his tank because he deserves it 💕💕

[@miyukiwynter885]

From what I've heard in reptile groups the herpstat thermostats are considered some of the best dimming stats in the US.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Ah maybe Lisa is right ^^ :) I'm not overly familiar with some of the tech in america, so you may just want to check out the reviews and everything, but hope that helps :)

[@sahvanna97]

My leo is in a 10 gallon temporary tank because she is a baby baby. Im working on buying a front opening tank with the rock background for her. Within the next 2 months she will hsve the best tank ever. But i read as a baby, to big of a tank can cause stress.

[@nightinggale6470]

A baby will not be stressed in a bigger tank as long as there’s enough clutter and coverage. How big will her upgrade be?

[@sahvanna97]

@@nightinggale6470 I got the 10 gallon because she was still a hatching. Her permanent tank is a 36L x 18w x 12H. I had read that she may not be able to find her heatsource or food in such big of a tank. She's starting to get to a size that i am confident she will be ready in a few weeks for her new tank

[@zachwoodward9890]

I’m so sad right now, I was meant to get a leopard gecko today but the company “internet reptile” sent a microclimate thermostat instead of a habistat one, and it doesn’t work, they also sent a cheap heat mat that also doesn’t work. .. so not happy with them at the moment

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Aww, sorry to hear that :( hope it all gets sorted quickly :)

[@MeowAnimations]

Sweet

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Thanks :)

[@ReptilesandResearch]

How come you are using DHP and not something like the Arcadia halogen spot lamp? It produces far more infra red A while you are only getting a small amount with the DHP, mostly infra red B. Which is fine, but it doesn't penetrate and warm the organs as much as A

[@leopardgeckotalk]

DHP is much better than the halogen lamps --- and I talk to the guy who makes these lol. Halogen produces UVA also, whereas I provide a UV lamp which produces UVA & UVB, so seems a bit weird to provide UVA twice. Plus it goes off at night, so it'll be cold.

[@ReptilesandResearch]

@@leopardgeckotalk it's about how deep the heat penetrates though. I'd like to hear what John says since I've seen arcadia posts using both halogen and DHP on the same set up to get more of the infra red spectrum

[@ReptilesandResearch]

@@leopardgeckotalk in regards to going off at night, you want a night time drop anyway, all that energy stored in all the slate should be released at night as infra red C. My own set ups have a 30C basking spot and everything goes off at 8pm. By around 1am the basking spot temps are around 27C still. My lowest temps recorded are around 20C.

[@joesheehan__]

I'd be inclined to agree with your way of thinking. A solarmeter would confirm the correct levels of UVA if you were concerned, however I haven't seen any proof yet of tungsten halogen bulbs giving off UVA. Is there anywhere I can read up on that @leopard gecko? I would say the benefits of near infared outweigh risks of UVA if the levels of UV are correct. I personally run a halogen bulb as a basking spot, then use a DHP on a day/night thermostat for ambient temperatures. I find it works quite effectively and replicates a day/night cycle well, too.

[@Tanner-xd3im]

Try zen habitats they make good enclosures

[@mauricethegecko9700]

I got a leopard gecko from PetSmart in March and I am going to ReptiCon this August. I'm gonna look around and a year later I will possibly get a female leopard gecko to breed with Maurice. I do want another male and 3 more females though. I am going to sell the babies at ReptiCon the next year. (Or whenever the female starts laying eggs that are infertile)

[@nightinggale6470]

Please, whatever you do, don’t breed your Petsmart gecko! You need to know the genetics of any geckos you breed, and Petsmart geckos do not have good genetics. I don’t recommend breeding at all for multiple reasons (they’re very overbred, it’s expensive, you’re unlikely to sell the geckos unless you have really good morphs, females could get eggbound, etc.) but if you insist, please breed responsibly and don’t breed a Petsmart gecko. When you have multiple geckos, keep in mind that they should not be housed together. There’s a very high chance they’ll fight. I strongly recommend joining the reptile Amino on the app Amino. There are a few experienced, knowledgeable leopard gecko breeders there who can help you out more.

[@mauricethegecko9700]

@@nightinggale6470 alright. Well I was going to get another male and some females anyways from Repticon.

[@nightinggale6470]

Maurice The Gecko ok. Keep in mind that none of them should be housed together. I still highly recommend joining the reptile Amino for great advice on breeding.

[@mauricethegecko9700]

@@nightinggale6470 I got Amino and am currently signing in.

[@luvs4arigb]

Did you use my suggestion? If you did thank you so much! 😁 Your leopard geckos are so cute

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Thanks :)

[@Ian8080]

The same thing has happened with my timers ending up at a different time, glad it's not just mine 😂

[@leopardgeckotalk]

haha yeah not sure why they do it :')

[@stormybradley2212]

I just got a new thrive hexagon 20 gallon terrarium for my gecko and since I’m a kid I have to save up for everything I want to upgrade him with I was really positive about eco earth since you use it

[@fionashepley478]

She no longer uses eco earth. Eco earth can be dusty and cause joint problems. Reptisoil, organic top soil (without fertilizer or perlite, Scott’s is a good brand), or a bioactive substrate would be better. It can be half textured tile as well. That tank isn’t big enough for an adult leopard gecko. The bare minimum for an adult is a 20 gallon long (30x12x12 inches), and bigger is better. You can check Craigslist for cheap tanks or use a properly sized plastic tub.

[@stormybradley2212]

Fiona Shepley well I just got a new tank finally I get it Sunday but where has reprising or organic top soil is it petco PetSmart I really need to know I really want what’s best

[@stormybradley2212]

Fiona Shepley what about plantation soil ??

[@fionashepley478]

STORMY BRADLEY plantation is coconut fibre, the same thing as eco earth. You can find Reptisoil at Petsmart, Petco, other petstores, and Amazon. You can find organic top soil at hardware stores like Home Depot and Lowe’s. Just make sure it doesn’t have any fertilizers or perlite in the ingredients. I’ll see if I can link a particular brand

[@stormybradley2212]

Fiona Shepley okay and um I got the Hexagon thrive terrarium and um I use a heat rock because I don’t have enough money yet for a heat mat but what all should I consider buying and saving up for that I will need

[@spunkymonkey5256]

Allo mates!!

[@DianaChen-zg7bg]

What website were u on when u showed us the wood cages?

[@leopardgeckotalk]

I believe it was 'Internet reptile'

[@himmaworld]

Your audio is really good. How do you and what do you use when you record could you please let me know the names of your audio equipment please thanks

[@BlueAnoli]

Thank you so much for this video. Theres still something I didn’t quite understand about heating. So you use either a heat mat or a deep heat projector not both at the same time right? And you said about the UVB light that it’s on a timer. How about the deep heat projector? Is it on a set timer also (eg 2 hours in the morning) or is it always “on” but turns on and off automatically using the thermostat? Sorry for asking such a dumb question but I’m getting my very first gecko next year and I wanna be prepared as best as I can Thanks , greetings from Austria, Liz

[@nightinggale6470]

You don’t need a timer for the deep heat projector, just a thermostat. And halogen bulbs are better, although they require a dimming thermostat.

[@jaydenhuse9445]

Hi guys

[@neon_whiskey]

What do you do with the eggs after they lay them

[@jj32094]

Just watched your video about what you use for your gecko's you talked about timers you use digital ones I've found ones called TP link timers great we timers you control it through your phone by download loading the app