[header] How to make a leopard gecko vivarium [title] First of all you will need the housing. [step] Get a 20 gallon (75.7 l) long terrarium or vivarium, but you could do with a 15 gallon (56.8 l). You could also use a rubbermaid tub but make sure the dimensions are at least 30 " x12 " and that it is tall enough for no escape.
[header] How to make a leopard gecko vivarium [title] First of all you will need the housing. [step] Get a 20 gallon (75.7 l) long terrarium or vivarium, but you could do with a 15 gallon (56.8 l). You could also use a rubbermaid tub but make sure the dimensions are at least 30 " x12 " and that it is tall enough for no escape.
Then you can add a large cardboard box around it as a screen to hide in. Don't waste a lot though, since leopard geckos love to burrow in boxes. Try zinnias because they are relatively small and can be easily rolled and moved around. As for décor, you would want to do away with sparkly faux fur. Also use the depth of the tank to make a section where the cage hangs. Keep the water in the tank continuously and pour it in. You could get a tank with sliding doors instead, which would make taming easier. [title] Buy, or have, a heating device.