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PostPosted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 9:30 pm    Post subject: crested gecko housing Reply with quote

Cool im getting a crested gecko for my birthday and i was wondering what size
exo terra viv would be big enough.
theres the large one thats about 32 inches tall and more taller than wide or theres the other sizes.
which do you think would be right for a single crestie? Confused Confused Confused Confused
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 9:34 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

The 12x12x18 inch one is fine for a single adult Franny. Wink

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PostPosted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 9:39 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks, il bear that in mind. would a heat mat stook to the side be enough heat?
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 9:39 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

xxxfrannyxxx wrote:
Thanks, il bear that in mind. would a heat mat stook to the side be enough heat?


I dont give mine any heat,
So cant really say much from experience.
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 9:42 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

ok, lol but dont cal me fanny!!

anyway my real names Frances!!!
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 9:45 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I'd always recommend the biggest you have space for although yes a 12x18x12 would be 'ok'.
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 9:45 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

what do you think is the best substrate to use for it?
i have some eco earth, would that be ok?
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 9:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

xxxfrannyxxx wrote:
what do you think is the best substrate to use for it?
i have some eco earth, would that be ok?


Yep eco earth will be good.
Are you getting an adult or a juvie?
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 9:49 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I dont know yet. Im looking for one from a breeder as my nearest pet shop is a little dodgy.my birthdays not til june but im trying to find out as much as i can!
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PostPosted: Sun Feb 24, 2008 9:57 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hatchlings need higher humidity than adults and it's eaiser to give this via a damp substrate like peat/eco earth but there are risks. You can use paper kitchen towel if you are happy to spray daily and monitor humidity. As adults the risks with any substrate almost disappear and I would suggest peat/eco earth is a good choice.
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