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#1638382 Leeann_ View Profile	Newbie Hiya Just got a Tokay gecko today from our local pet shop and would like to ask for some advise. The guy in the pet shop says that they do not need a basking spot, is this true? Just now she just has a heat mat. What type off heat lamp would be the best? A dayglow one that I used for my beardie and charm or a night light for heat? Thanks Leeann
02/26/08  09:17am
#1638477 Herpsarelife View Profile	Message To: Leeann_   In reference to Message Id: 1638382  Newbie they do need a basking (or higher temp spot) like all reptiles. i tried a UTH with mine but i couldn’t get the hot side to the right temp. i have just a basic 60W red bulb that i got from the pet store (not the infrared). it keeps the warm side between 85-95. the cool side should be 75-80. you also need to keep the humidity up some. i put a dish with some beaked moss in it, and just keep it moist. also mist him a couple times a day. i also put a wet wash cloth on half of the tank to keep the humidity in and it has helped a lot. good luck with him!
02/26/08  10:52am

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