Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup:
- Place the enclosure substrate of your choice.
- Position the standard hide and shedding hide, ensuring the shedding hide can be kept moist with the included moss brick.
- Install the 60W flood spot lamp in the ceramic holder, attach the heater guard, and connect it to the dimming thermostat. Place the thermostat probe near the basking area.
- Mount the T5 Zone 1 UVB lamp with its hood and reflector over the enclosure.
- Connect both lamps to their respective timers.
- Install artificial plants for decoration and enrichment.
- Introduce calcium and vitamin supplements to your feeding routine.
Compatibility:
This kit is specifically designed for leopard geckos. Ensure the enclosure size is appropriate for a leopard gecko (minimum 20-gallon long recommended). The dimming thermostat is suitable for controlling heat lamps; always check compatibility if using alternative heating elements.
Care:
- Lighting & Heating: Regularly check the temperature gradient using the included thermometer. Adjust thermostat settings as needed. Replace UVB bulbs according to manufacturer recommendations (typically every 6-12 months).
- Hides & Moss: Keep the moss brick in the shedding hide consistently damp, but not waterlogged. Clean hides periodically.
- Supplements: Follow feeding guidelines for calcium and vitamin supplements to avoid over- or under-supplementation.
- General Cleaning: Spot clean the enclosure daily and perform a more thorough cleaning as needed, typically when changing substrate.