Optional items are italicized.

The Enclosure

• 18x18x24” or larger front-opening enclosure

Substrate

• Coconut Fiber

• Organic chemical-free topsoil

• Peat Moss

Paper towels should be used for hatchlings

Additives

• Sphagnum moss

Lighting and Heat

Overhead Heating

• • Low wattage PAR38 halogen or incandescent bulb

    • Visible light - good for day heat

AND (if nighttime heat is needed)

• Low wattage Deep Heat Projector

  • Good for night heat if needed

OR

• Low wattage Ceramic Heat Emitter

  • Good for night heat if needed

UVB Light

• Low-output trip-style UVB bulb

  • The length should be about half the length of the enclosure

  • We recommend the Arcadia SO ShadeDweller 7% UVB T5 Bulb

• Fixtures

  • Dome-style fixture for Par38 Halogen and Ceramic Heat Emitter

  • Strip-style UVB fixture

Note: Do not use UVB for hatchlings without a lot of research/experience

Heating and Lighting Accessories

• Thermostat

• Digital thermometer with probe

• Digital hygrometer

• Temperature gun

Decor and Hides

• Hides

• Climbing surfaces

• Fake plants

• Rocks

These are just ideas. As long as the decor is crested gecko-safe, it is personal preference.

We do not recommend using materials found outside, at least without proper sanitization.

Food and Food Supplies

Prepared Diet

• Crested Gecko Diet

• Reputable brands include but are not limited to Repashy, Pangea, and Arcadia.

Food Supplies

• Shallow water bowl

• Small food bowl

Live feeder insects

Supplementing your crested gecko’s diet with live insects is recommended.

Safe Insects

• Crickets

• Dubia roaches

• Black soldier fly larvae

Supplements

If you ARE using UVB:

• Calcium without D3

If you ARE NOT using UVB:

• Calcium with D3 (Required for hatchlings)

Miscellaneous and Helpful Items

• Scale that reads in grams to weigh your gecko

• Reptisafe water conditioner

  • Detoxifies chlorine and other toxic chemicals in the water for their bowls

• Smart plugs

  • Useful for light and heat timers

Cleaning Supplies

• Gloves

• Spray bottles

• F10 veterinary cleaner

• Dawn dish soap