What To Buy Your Pet Crested Gecko // Setup, Substrate, Food, Lighting, etc

All the things you'll need to set up both an artificial tank, and a natural tank as well as feeding Crested Geckos, Gargoyle Geckos and Mossy Prehensile Tailed Geckos (Chahoua). Product List Below ⬇⬇⬇
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[@evabates4461]

Doing my research before getting a gecko is a lot more fun than I expected

[@mxstical_]

ikr! when im stressed out i research reptiles i want in the future, weird but its really helpful.

[@evabates4461]

Mxstical awesome!

[@caleballen1072]

It is

[@libbyfaye5859]

Ikr 😂

[@tia3814]

Ikr

[@gameoakesy8870]

Was watching and did a double take when I saw my gecko, thank you for using my picture!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

GAMEOAKESY haha no problem :)

[@mimasroom2]

Why don’t you have more subscribers?? You actually take time and effort to put videos up for us to watch unlike some KZbinrs who have thousands more subscribers! Ilysm!!💖💖💖💖❤️💚🧡💛

[@leopardgeckotalk]

haha thanks :) im a hard worker i guess :') ill or not, no excuses, i do my best :)

[@leopardgeckotalk]

i dont think so, though im not sure what that is. It's best to stick with the diets that have been properly made for the geckos as they usually contain all the nutrients and minerals the gecko requires.

[@ivgamer6938]

DADDY PIG😂

[@averystecker8418]

Not to mention she has merch!

[@funniey]

I think she doesnt have alot of subscribers because their isnt alot of people in the reptile hobby which is a shame

[@papalouie3089]

Me wanting to make a natural terrarium. Also me being scared and confused jsjdhsj

[@averybelle1301]

Thanks so much for this! I am thinking of getting a crested gecko! I am doing as much research as I can before I purchase! As you should always do! I am thinking of the name Nora for her! Thank you! Update: I got my Nora! She is a sweetheart ❤️

[@sarahlione6878]

Congrats!

[@lightningcreates1271]

Cool! I recently got one named Nala. (like from the Lion King)

[@cer8038]

Have u got ur crested gecko?

[@IMINYOURWALLS..]

Awwww

[@andrewtogold6348]

I have my crestie in a 12 by 12 by 18 in an artificial tank. But when i upgrade im Definetly going bioactive. Ive already starter a isopod colony for a clean up crew. Thanks again for the great video

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Andrew's Animals oo that's really cool :)

[@leopardgeckotalk]

how come you're not allowed one from an expo or online? I guess every store is different, some good, some bad, but beware some are sold with parasites, so if your parents for example dont want to spend extra money by buying it online or at an expo, they may end up pay out more on vets costs.

[@Elizabethnicole95]

It's actually not necessary to upgrade. My 4 year old is in 12x12x18 and thrives

[@fibbintiggins2858]

@@Elizabethnicole95 This is outdated information. I would highly recommend upgrading you tank size, it is small for an adult.

[@rowan7817]

Okay so I have a 24x12x12 tank that I want to convert to a terrarium but idk if it’s big enough

[@CryptidGrimm]

i have two questions,how do you prevent mold, and how do you get a crested gecko to come to your hand,my crested gecko comes to the door but doesn't jump to my hand.

[@vanengelhardt7586]

For preventing mold I would put some type of leaves that are safe for geckos between all of the wood and the substrate. And it’s best to pick up your crestie gently instead of trying to get him/her to come to your hand

[@lucy-yr5th]

use cork bark, it doesn’t mould

[@schmadeke]

use springtails and isopods

[@losergonzow4804]

Although you cannot really get your crested gecko to come to your hand, you can gain trust with your gecko and start to make a love able relationship! :)

[@limitless4375]

My crested gecko recently started coming to the front thinking I have crickets. I give him two crickets a week.

[@nick92028]

7:41 Tip: use Mesh Canvas Sheets for Embroidery to separate balls and dirt. Way cheaper and firm to keep everything in place.

[@mialivaudais9490]

I know that this video is not specifically for leopard geckos, but I want to say thank you for giving out so much information on the care of these reptiles. I got my Leo a few months ago, and thanks to your videos I’ve learned not to use sand, heat lamps, and how to properly give my gecko vitamins. Thank you so much! 🙂

[@fishytuna4304]

Just making sure this is not your setup for your leopard gecko? They need heating and don’t like vertical tanks they Aslo don’t need misting. You probably know this but just making sure

[@biglezmate3830]

@@fishytuna4304 I was thinking the same 😂

[@bambilee8170]

My gecko Beans favourite thing is to sit on a big shell and watch out over her domain. She blends into her shell perfectly and she always starts her day sitting there watching the other animals and people for at least an hour before she decides everything is fine and goes about her business.

[@royalpandamc7390]

This has helped me a lot for my new crestie that I’m planning on getting this summer 😄 I’ve been saving up my money for months now and have been doing tons of research and watched your whole crested gecko playlist!

[@KatieNoi]

I have 2 crested geckos already and I'm still learning about things like appropriate light and heat and how to build a bioactive enclosure. Very informative, thanks for this!

[@uglybaggypants780]

Really great video! I really needed it as i might get a crested gecko for my birthday and i really want to provide it the best of enclousure/care as i can!❤️

[@caisseydesautelle4288]

Thank you. I just got a lepord gekco for the 1st time yesterday. I did a lot of research. I have learned lot thur your channel.

[@SKBROOSE]

Getting my first crested this upcoming Friday and this definitely has helped me figure out what else I need

[@melasykes6688]

Love your videos! I just got a crestes gecko and your videos really helped me for setting up the terrarium 😊

[@ThinqAJ]

Thank you so much for this video!! I'm getting a crestie next month and I just wanted to double check I've bought everything :)

[@brooklyn3789]

I cant wait. I'm going to get a crested gecko really soon. Love your videos!!!!

[@iceAJ-gh6ou]

Blue Force Are you liking him/her? I’m really considering getting one

[@Kirikaida]

Thank you so much for this guide! I’ve been doing a lot of research trying to make sure when I get my crested gecko that it will have the best life I can possibly give it!

[@cer8038]

How did it go? Did you get it?

[@Joe-ou1iw]

i just got my first crested gecko! thank you for this video, i have everything i need now. she’s eating some calcium dusted crickets right now, and seems happy.

[@19drinksleftonyourtab]

I hope everything goes well with your new gecko! I’m also geting a gecko soon

[@Joe-ou1iw]

@@19drinksleftonyourtab That's awesome! As of yet, it all seems good.

[@dianamiranda9418]

Hey, I really love your channel, you have helped me to understand what to get for my creative. Sadly he passed away yesterday and I don't know why, so I'm trying to do things better so it will never happen again. Thank you for the informative videos 💕

[@frybit4087]

Thank you for making this! I'm looking in to possibly getting a crestie. I think they're so cute when they jump and I would have so much fun decorating their habitat.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Squishy Mooney yeah I really do enjoying setting up tanks like that, I'm always finding driftwood I wanna use, but no room for another tank lol.

[@muaythai1814]

Im thinking of getting a crested gecko, your video's have been a huge help. Many thanks, you have a new subscriber.

[@ameliawright-jones8900]

I've only wanted a gecko for about 3 days and I want a bioactive viv for him or her and I know to make the environment first make sure its thriving before introducing a gecko but your videos are so helpful I cant thank you enough! X

[@ofthetree]

Geckos are so cool. Hope to make a home for one some day.

[@vividrxse1228]

I have a male crested gecko in a 48 gallon tank, we recently upgraded it because Ross, my gecko, was 6 months old when I first got him. I’ve had him for 4 months, so he’s officially 10 months. He’s been doing perfect in his new tank. As of now I’ve had to keep his food bowls on the bottom, but am upgrading to a ledge soon. He has a sweet tooth for crickets, I’ll tell you that! The most he’s ate in a day is 9. I know they aren’t supposed to eat them much, for treats only, but I usually give him 15 a week, making sure he gets at least one a day. Your credits may not like criekcts much, but Ross loves them!! This video helped be a lot. I mean, a lot. You deserve more subs.

[@gfys-noobkiller284]

I got one yesterday thank you for all the info❤

[@Coorsbanquetdad]

my crestie Frank loves his coconut half. its a ground hide thats just a coconut cut in half with a small hole to use as an entrance but it was only $3 and he absolutely loves laying on top of it.

[@KarmaChameleon3029]

Great video! My new Gargoyle will be very happy :)

[@2superbesties972]

I watched all your videos on leopard geckos when I was getting one and now im looking at crested geckos and I knew straight where to go

[@lizzie1181]

Thanks for using my picture! Really well made and informational video!!!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

liz belmar no problem :) thank you!

[@MrDayday112]

Thanks for this. Going to be getting a Crested Gecko soon so you have given me some good advice and ideas for what I should get

[@leopardgeckotalk]

awesome :) Good luck with your gecko when you get it :)

[@MrDayday112]

Thanks!

[@ssjssgecko5411]

Did you ever get it?

[@paigedakin9194]

Love your videos! So informative! Cheers! And thank you for using my photo of my crestie :)

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Thank you! ah no problem, thanks for the pic :)

[@Hailey_898]

I made a beautiful popsicle stick house for my crestie. (He has a coconut and many other hides also). This little house is only like 5” wide and tall and I lined the inside with paper towels and filled any gaps with silicone so his toes wouldn’t get stuck anywhere. But he absolutely loves it more than anything else in his tank. Awesome diy 👌🏻

[@leopardgeckotalk]

aww thats so cute! It's so nice when you make something for them and they use it. If you're on Instagram you could tag me in a pic of it, i'd love to see it :)

[@Jennahicidal]

@@leopardgeckotalk I would so love see this too!

[@Imauser88]

Hello love your channel and how educated you are in animals it’s inspiring

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Winter Azami thank you :)

[@Imauser88]

Leopard Gecko Oh I didn’t think you would reply but you’re welcome

[@rootlady5934]

Thanks!💓

[@sazzybkk6664]

I made a bioactive tank last year after seeing yours. Favourite and cheapest item is the coconut hide. I attached mine with a rawlplug to the cork rather than dangling from top . My crestie sleeps all day in it. Love your vids!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Aw awesome! Yeah those coconuts are clearly just the best beds for cresties :') When I first made one I thought meh I'll try this out, see how it goes, and couldnt believe how much it was used :). Thank you!

[@amyandthewild7147]

This is an excellent vid!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

thank you :)

[@JasheoNasanii]

I love ur videos so much

[@matthewarcher45]

I am glad you recommended feeding them crickets. I got a crestie about 5 days ago and was feeding pangea since that is what the breeder told me to continue them on and that live insects were a no go. Then today I noticed my gecko running back and forth on the glass chasing crickets that were climbing in the screen cage of my chameleon. So I came here looking to see if it was safe to feed crickets; after seeing "yes", I went and dusted the smallest cricket I had and stuck it in the cage and the gecko dove from across the cage right onto the cricket. He loves them! Thank you for making his day. media.giphy.com/media/DpB9NBjny7jF1pd0yt2/giphy.gif

[@zuezsz]

Yes its a healthy diet for them usually u would want to feed em twice a month

[@ashleyh1267]

Great video really love your content

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Giant656 games thank you :)

[@Lucidesmond]

I definitely recommend hanging coconut hides! 2 of my 3 Crested Geckos have one and absolutely love them! The third would never use one and much prefers his snake plant 😆

[@ilontyan]

I’m getting one soon I’ll get that

[@solanayoutube]

This is so helpful, because i want to help out my gecko! and get another one thank you!

[@leopardgeckotalk]

awesome, no problem :)

[@kbreptiles3835]

Great video

[@holly.eq78]

Thnx this is great vid helped a lot

[@JAY_W0N]

Hey leopard gecko, just wanted to ask if it would be OK to put a heat mat on on side of the tank instead of a ceramic heater. This way they could switch between warm and cool when they like.

[@meganphillips2379]

Tysm for featuring me ❤️❤️

[@leopardgeckotalk]

crestedgecko no problem :)

[@BreadLizard]

A majority of the links dont work anymore but the onformation is very helpful!

[@KiwiCaitly]

It's interesting younjusy out out this video because I'm thinking about bringing home the hatchling crestie that was idioticly shipped to my pet store. It's like 2" long and I know it won't receive the care a baby needs there.

[@cydneystrickland5570]

Can you use a heat mat on the back of the tank? I’m using a ceramic heat emitter right now but since I converted a 20 gal long into a crestie tank with a screen lid at the front with a door. The humidity is a problem. I’ve even put foil on the screen lid and it doesn’t help. I didn’t know if a heat mat would be better or not. Since the screen lid is in the front, that’s the only place I can put the CHE, and it is EXTREMELY inconvenient. Thanks!

[@exitcy9611]

I just got a 20 gal long and I sure it works good

[@kayladavies5117]

Oh i do love your setup! I love the look of mother's in law tongue and zebra plants, but i can't find them anywhere! I need some new ones, as a few of my plants have died, so my tank looks very sparse! Haha

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Kayla Davies ah yeah that can happen sometimes, some plants just don't do too well. Usually mother in law plants/snake plants are always in the indoor house plant section of garden centres :)

[@Ryealitysurf]

I just got a leapord gecko and now I need this one XD

[@dianeaylesbury3072]

Hi, thanks for your time and videos. Diane Southampton U.K.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Thanks :)

[@kataratify]

Can you cut another opening in the coconut after the center part (the edible bits) has been removed?

[@theweirdo2728]

when i got my gecko there was this weird food- not pangia but it’s by zoomed called ‘crested gecko food’ and i don’t know if she likes it at all.. she does eat it though

[@Macjones69]

My gecko love his 12x12x18 maybe it’s just my gecko but they seem to love

[@josefjordaan7297]

Hi love your videos

[@leopardgeckotalk]

penguin gaming thank you :)

[@katiephillz]

Love this video! My male, Tyrion, loves his reptile hammock. I have an exo terra tank, so it's awkwardly set up on the door, but it holds him up (he's 9.5-10" and 72 grams!). I tried a natural tank and he tore apart all of the plants, so silk and artificial it is. I've never seen a crestie as big as him, (he's not fat at all, just massive).

[@Robert-pn3cq]

You... You named it Tyrion...

[@katiephillz]

@@Robert-pn3cq this was 2 years ago, but yes. Now I have Tyrion, Jaime, and Cersei.

[@khromepixie]

I love Stroodies Magnetic stuff

[@Sarah-wo6hv]

Another video of research, I'm planning on getting a crested gecko and I want to know everything before I decide

[@elliotp7669]

HI I LOVE U SOOO MUCH IM SUBBED AND HAVE NOTIFACTIONS ON!!!!:)❤️❤️

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Nawal Life thank you 😃⭐️

[@elliotp7669]

OMG U REPLYED your my idal I’m thinking of getting a leopard gecko but I don’t know where to get one since there’s no local breeders

[@leopardgeckotalk]

aww haha thanks, well you could look if there's any upcoming reptile expo's in your area, thats a good place to find breeders :)

[@elliotp7669]

Thank u so muchhh

[@elliotp7669]

Are super shows the same as expos?

[@imperialdrone6261]

I have a 20-gallon long tank that's just been sitting around. I'm going to convert it to a vertical terrarium using frogcube's conversion kit and neherpetoculture's complete bioactive kit. I have my ball-python in a planted setup and she loves in.

[@ARGUETTAW]

What is the difference between a fogger , dripper and a misting? Do they all help with the humidity ?

[@taylorlorraine8955]

I have watched this video like 10 times already! 😂

[@sh_scoot2029]

I got a reptirain mister for my crested gecko and vailed chameleon and it is amazing for watering both tanks and I love it and it is fairly cheap

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Leopardgecko 05 ah that's cool, I may have to look that up, thanks :)

[@kaitlynleonardson7]

I'm trying to improve my geckos tank but it's difficult as I just started to use coconut fiber but did not do this at first as she would try to eat everything he could get his hands on , he is also blind and has a deformity to the eye on one side im trying to get things so HD could climb more but the plants just keep falling off suction cups do

[@tyliful]

good tips.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

Tylor G thanks :)

[@laughingc0w]

How big are the holes you drilled into the coconut and bamboo?

[@jasons990]

1 question so would a 18 by 18 by 24 vertical tank be ok for one adult male or would i need a bigger one please help

[@Fluminox-]

Do you need heating and UVB or is it optional?

[@utub1473]

Hi, do you dechlorinate the water you give to your geckos? Have you ever considered doing this?

[@jamesh1404]

I am getting one soon should I get UVB and what should I get

[@samuelrabuck]

I have a question. So I got a reptibreeze cage from our Hs science teacher. He gave me the entire setup with a reptirain too. I don’t want a chameleon because I don’t want to upgrade to a bigger cage(it’s about 18*18*30 or so) should I get a crested with the screens or what else

[@discretelyobvious]

Have you had any issues with humidity or temperature in the uk? every crestie owner ive found seems to be overseas and i know how cold it can get over here in winter

[@cheyanne8745]

I have one question I have mulch on the ground is that ok?

[@morbid_curiosity]

How often would you recommend offering a crested gecko food? I’ve been getting a lot of different and mixed information from a few different places. I’m currently feeding my three month old crested four days a week and leaving the food in over night then taking it out when I get up the next morning.

[@JasonFolk07]

Question. I seen a crested gecko with a tanksetup a 12x12x18 exo terra. But the guy has no heating or lighting for the times he needs it! Its kinda bear in there for stuff to climb on. I used to run a leopard gecko setup so this is different abit for me but I'm understand fast .

[@dr.dickheadjohnson]

they dont have arcadia gold brand in the US is there another brand i can use with my uvb lights that doesnt over do it on D3????

[@CrypticCookieEdits]

Can I put the food on the ground for my crest or could it stop him from eating it

[@aidenkraeger900]

Have you made one of these for leopard geckos?

[@hollymaclennan2454]

For the shade dweller and the Jungle Dawn LED which one would I need because ther are a few options and im not sure which one and which ones do you have? :)

[@cooldog7291]

Can you use fake grass at the bottom for substrat

[@jans.6537]

I have a 2 month old crested gecko and have done everything I need before trying to handle him. I have now handled him everyday for 2 weeks and he still hates my hand. I’m not asking for any tips on taming or handling, I just want to know HOW to PICK UP these small geckos without freaking them out! thx

[@Ormy]

lol a channel called leopard gecko has videos about crested geckos I'm dead.But seriously this helped me because i am getting a crestie tommorow

[@hallieheinsoo3779]

how many 13w jungle dawn lights for an 18x18x24 bioactive tank? thanks

[@kennethyoung141]

Where did you get the bamboo from ?

[@kbreptiles3835]

More information than other videos

[@powercore3035]

Great advice i have everything for my 2 crested geckos and i just made there setup bioactive

[@leopardgeckotalk]

thanks :) ah awesome :D

[@cash618]

What about if you leave the light on in your room at day and off at night

[@behappy1266]

I know this video was filmed a long time ago but.. do you need to put crested gecko in a quarantine bin for a couple weeks when you first get them?

[@guardiangamer2657]

I was wondering your opinion about ordering geckos. I am looking for a new gecko (I already have 2) and I am still in school. I was wondering what kind of gecko you would recommend, and how I should go about buying one if there are no local pet shops or gecko breeders in the area.

[@flexpetz55]

LeopardGecko i was wondering wether i could add a fog system in a leopard geckos terrarium ( just for thr aesthetic) would that be bad? (provided that the terrarium will have various levels so that it can be in and out of the "fog zone")

[@lyndsaymiller4492]

Ok I have a question I am planning on getting a baby crested gecko and so what size tank should I get I’m so confused

[@sophiabilodeau1691]

What kind of fleece do you use?

[@patrickkinnett7123]

Would a screen cage work for a crested gecko?

[@pettips1013]

For everyone who is wondering th is would work for cresties, gargoyle, chuhuas, leaf tail, and baby and young gbn juveniles leachies

[@angelcakes2450]

Does anyone know what watt blub I should use for a crested gecko? And should I use a specific bulb type ie. Nightbulb, UVB etc..

[@amiielouise121]

I’m due to be getting 2 female adult or maybe baby crested would it be a good or bad idea to house them in a 18x18x24 or not ?

[@meessikkens2028]

Is it allright if i put my hatchling in a grown up gecko tank?