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Crested Gecko Tank SetUp!
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items Thinking about getting your first reptile? I have complied a list of everything I personally bought when I got my first crested gecko!
This is a great tank option! 20 gallons is a suitable size for a crested gecko- you can also go larger if you choose. Having the front opening door makes it super easy to clean, feed and interact with your pet.
Vertical enclosures are always best fo...
Thrive Vertical Hexagon Tropical Reptile Terrarium -20 Gallon
This basking platform may say it’s for turtles but I can guarantee you gecko would also love it as a basking platform, I know mine does! This just suctions right on the glass of your tank to increase the surface area your gecko has in its enclosure!
PINVNBY Turtle Basking Platform with Suction Cups (3 Pcs)
Adds some enrichment and more space for your gecko to climb and explore! These auctions works great for me and my gecko climbs on hers all the time!
2 Pcs Bendable Reptile Vines with Suction Cups
Hung this from the screen at the top of my tank, my gecko seriously sleeps on this every single day. My best purchase by far.
Neeenn Lizard Climbing Ladder Bridge Toy
Temperature and Humidity levels are very important! These digital thermometers are so cheap and work so well. I taped mine on the inside of the tank so I know what the temperature is and when the heat lamp needs to be on and also when I need to spray...
Thlevel 3-Pack Mini Digital Thermometer Hygrometer
Another turtle platform your gecko would love to bask in! This will auction right to the side of your tank and increases surface area for your gecko to explore!
PINVNBY Turtle Basking Platform Resin Ledge
Alexa Balls for the drainage part of your substrate- this will go on the very bottom of your tank. Layer some screen or burlap overtop and then put your reptile dirt on top.
Halatool 8LB Clay Pebbles 4-16mm Hydroton
Substrate! It’s important to not just buy any dirt you see because potting soil and other dirts may have fertilizers or harmful chemicals in them.
Zoo Med Eco Earth Loose Coconut Fiber Substrate, 24 qts. | Petco
Cheap, flexible vine for climbing! Comes with suction cups!
SunGrow 6ft Flexible Reptile Vine Climber
Spray bottles for misting the enclosure!
2 Pack Ultra Fine Mist Spray Bottles 6.8oz
Food I feed, it lasts a while and is cheap. I do also give her live crickets for enrichments and hunting instincts.
Zoo Med Watermelon Flavor Crested Gecko Food for Reptiles, 2 oz. | Petco
May not be a necessity depending on what temperature you keep your home at. Ideal range is 72-78°F and 65-70°F at night.
Fluker's Sun Dome Reptile Lamp, 8.5" Diameter
Cork bark is a great additive to your enclosure! It offers your gecko places to climb and hide and give more natural look.
4pcs Natural Cork Bark Reptile Decor
Hanging plants! These are great and my gecko climbs on them often.
I personally keep plants like this and live plants in the substrate of my tank. These fake plants gives some greenery and hiding spots at the top of your tank where a live plant won’...
HERCOCCI 2 Pack Reptile Hanging Vines
Isopods are great, they act as a clean up crew in your tank, breaking down waste and decaying plant matter. These are great for a bioactive terrarium and Josh’s Frogs has a great reliable business!
Porcellionides pruinosus 'Powder Orange' Isopods (10 count)
Another great addition for a bioactive terrarium! These will reproduce on their own so a small culture will be perfect and grow over time! They are a great clean up crew and eat decaying plant matter and animal waste!
Josh's Frogs Temperate Springtail (Collembola) Culture (8 oz.)
Golden Pothos is a crested gecko safe plant to put in your terrarium! This is a hardy plant, and strong enough that the gecko can climb and crawl on the vines for extra exploration!
Pothos 'Golden'
A great plant in the substrate layer of your enclosure. They are easy, don’t need a lot of light but help keep moisture in your tank and add a more natural look!
Rabbit's Foot Fern - Davallia - 2.5" Pot - Perfect for Fairy Gardens