Basic Leopard Gecko Care Guide

Overview

Leopard geckos are hardy, beginner-friendly reptiles that are easy to care for when provided with the correct setup.

Enclosure Setup

• Minimum size: 50 x 35 x 35 cm (1 gecko)

• Minimum Size: 60 x 45 x 35 cm (2 geckos)

• Secure enclosure with proper ventilation

• Do not house males together

Substrate

• Safe: Paper towel

• Avoid: Loose substrates (sand, calcium sand, etc.)

Hides (Essential)

You need 3 hides:

• Warm hide

• Cool hide

• Humid hide 

Heating

• Use a heat pad with thermostat to control the temperature

• Warm side: 31–33°C

• Cool side: 21–24°C

• Always monitor temperatures

Lighting

• No UVB required

• Maintain a normal day/night cycle using an LED Light if needed

Humidity

• Keep humidity at 30–40%

Feeding

• Feed live insects:

  • Mealworms

  • Dubia roaches

  • Crickets

  • Silkworms

• Treats: Superworms (occasionally)

Supplements

• Dust food with:

  • Calcium + D3

  • Multivitamin

• Provide a calcium dish

Water

• Fresh water at all times

• Change daily

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