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Leopard gecko care sheet

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Here are some basic care instructions for a leopard gecko:

- Tank: Have a 10 gallon tank, PER leopard gecko, ensure that the tank has a top

- Substrate: Have reptile sand, coconut fiber or reptile carpet

- Habitat: Decorate the enclosure with non-toxic trees, hides, branches, bark etc.

- Temperature and Lighting:  Daytime temperature should be around 80-82 degrees with the warm area being 85 - 92 degrees. The nighttime temperature should be around 70 degrees. Humidity should be kept low and the hide spot should be kept at 80 degrees. Leopard geckos don't need UVB lighting.

- Diet: Insects to include crickets, mealworms, waxworms and dubia roaches. Make sure to dust them with Calcium to include vitamin D3.

- Shedding: Juveniles should be lightly misted twice per week to help with shedding.

- Water: There should be a water dish provided so your Leopard gecko can drink.

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