Leopard Gecko Care Sheet

Beginner

Complete care guide for Leopard Gecko. Follow these guidelines to provide optimal husbandry and health for your pet.

Overview

Small, nocturnal lizards from Asian deserts. Easy care, distinct personalities, no UVB required. Perfect for apartment dwellers.

20-gallon long aquarium (30" x 12" x 12") per adult. Provide 2+ hides, moist hide with sphagnum moss. Tight, secure spaces preferred.

Warm spot: 88-92°F. Cool side: 75-80°F. Under-tank heater with thermostat. Nighttime: 75-80°F. Less temperature-sensitive than other reptiles.

Low (30-40%) but need moist hide for shedding. Humidity hide filled with moist moss essential. Good ventilation important.

Nocturnal, no UVB required. 12:12 hour light/dark cycle recommended. Keep bright lights away from rest areas.

Insects only: crickets, roaches, mealworms, hornworms. Juveniles: daily. Adults: every other day. Dust with calcium 3-4x/week. Small water dish.

Tolerate handling once acclimated. 2-3 times weekly for short sessions. May drop tails if stressed - don't grab tail. Regenerate over time.

Generally hardy. Rare metabolic bone disease. Watch for impaction, shedding problems. Moist hide prevents issues. Live 10-20+ years.

Excellent shippers, stress-resistant. Secure, ventilated containers. Proper temperature control guaranteed.