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Leopard Gecko
Eublepharis macularius
Temperature
- Basking: 88-92°F (31-33°C)
- Cool Side: 70-75°F (21-24°C)
- Night: 65-70°F (18-21°C)
Humidity
30-40%
Enclosure Size
- Minimum: 20 gallons (30" x 12" x 12")
- Recommended: 40 gallons (36" x 18" x 18")
⚠️ 10-gallon tanks are too small and cause stress
Quick Facts
- Lifespan: 15-20 years
- Diet: Live insects (crickets, mealworms, dubia roaches) dusted with calcium + D3
Essential Equipment
Thermostat (REQUIRED - prevents burns)
Primary heat source (halogen or DHP)
3 hides (hot, cool, moist)
Safe substrate (paper towels, tile, or loose substrate)
Calcium + D3 supplement
Multivitamin supplement
Water dish
Thermometer/hygrometer
Critical Warnings
- Never use heat rocks - they cause severe burns
- 10-gallon tanks are inadequate - causes stress and health issues
- Calcium sand causes impaction - use safe substrates only
- UVB is optional but beneficial for D3 synthesis
Daily
- •Check temperatures (hot, cool, and ambient)
- •Check humidity levels
- •Spot clean waste
- •Ensure water dish is clean and full
Weekly
- •Feed 3-4 times (juveniles daily)
- •Dust insects with calcium + D3 (every feeding)
- •Dust with multivitamin (1-2 times per week)
- •Deep clean water dish
- •Check all equipment is functioning
Monthly
- •Full substrate change (if using loose substrate)
- •Deep clean entire enclosure
- •Inspect all hides and decor for damage
- •Weigh your gecko to track health