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« on: January 05, 2012, 03:05:55 PM » |
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im thinking of getting a couple of female leopard geckos but frankly the stores dont seem to have a clue and the books all seem to contradict each other but i know some of you have them so im wanting to know more about your set ups size heats decorations substrate the whole lot
i was looking at a tank 3ft by 1ft by 1ft high so 3ft square floor space but then thought a 2ft by 2ft by 1ft high size tank would fit the space i have better and more floor space but are they even the right sizes for 2 females and am i ok to keep 2 together most stores and books seem to say calci sand as a substrate but is that ok or are they prone to impactation like dragons way too many questions and i refuse to buy without a correct setup and proper knowledge from people who know
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« on: January 05, 2012, 03:05:55 PM » |
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zebrajanie
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« Reply #1 on: January 06, 2012, 01:27:44 PM » |
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lol.. Darlin I have 6 female geckos in a 55 gallon tank.. which is 4'l by 18" h by 12" w... That will be a wonderful enclosure for only 2 !
Also, they are nocturnal so a black light will aid you in seeing them when they are most active.
Temps should be in the 80's low in the 70's. They don't need uvb, but do need calcium. Keep a bowl of mealworms on hand daily, and fresh water.. Other than that a dry hide and a damp hide and you are all set ! Good luck ! I wanna see pictures when you get all set up please ?
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« Reply #2 on: January 06, 2012, 01:42:46 PM » |
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oh you will im still doing out rockys viv but i keep bidding on ebay for a viv for leos and then im going to start playing with all interier do they have sand or will it be tiles?
can i use a red bulb for night viewing not sure i seen black the damp hides ive seen some sort moss stuff but is that ok
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« Reply #3 on: January 06, 2012, 07:05:13 PM » |
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Yes you can use the reds with geckos.. I have a problem with reds myself... hurts my eyes.. but if they don't bother you, go right a head ! Can't wait to see what you come up with !
I did mine with tiles.. again.. don't seal them in.. easier perhaps, but in the long run being able to pull them out and wash them, dry them is far better.
Hope that helps out !
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« Reply #4 on: January 07, 2012, 04:25:55 AM » |
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yep wasnt looking forward to sand i hate the stuff texture feel everything makes me cringe so tiles be easier and cheap for me to get i would have grouted them in but if its easier to leave them ungrouted ill do that all i need is a viv and people keep outbidding me its very inconvienient how dare they if i cant get from ebay and i have to buy new i have to wait longer and i hate waiting
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« Reply #5 on: January 07, 2012, 01:19:56 PM » |
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Check with yard sales ads too.. Also, some pet stores take in tanks on consignment.. So you can get one of those rather cheap..
Good luck !
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« Reply #6 on: January 07, 2012, 02:12:54 PM » |
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im now on the rethink stragedy the tank size i want i cant get so i need relocate some furniture and get one slightly taller than i wanted but it also means the extra space means room for a couple more tarantulas as well even bigger bonus we really need yard sales in the uk because all sites like preloved and ebay and gumtree just dont have what i need i have seen one on amazon i like tho i just need more money for that as its new but im loving looking for all the stuff i need
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« Reply #7 on: January 07, 2012, 04:24:19 PM » |
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Well good luck in finding something that fits your needs.. Now, you can house those two females side by side in 10 gallon tanks.. that is only 24" width wise and leaves enough room for a smaller 5 gallon for one of the trants..Just place some paper between the trant and the closest geck..
Hope that helps .
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« Reply #8 on: January 08, 2012, 04:48:44 AM » |
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how do you heat them i was going to use a heat mat under substrate but might be hard with tiles are heat rocks any good? or would a strong enough heat mat be ok under some tiles?
i rearranged my furniture i just need buy a shelf so i can add it to my unit then i can get the 36inch by 18inch by 16or 18inch high hubby thinks im crazy but my youngest starts school this week so i have spare time i need to fill and i cant imagine a better way than with reptiles and spiders crazy as that might seem
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« Reply #9 on: January 08, 2012, 07:02:25 PM » |
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I have a heat pad, for a 30 gallon under the bottom of my 55. I also use a ceramic heat element in the Shop fixture.. Just make sure the heat rating is good for the bulb and the fixture..
Hope that helps..
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