Questions About Leopard Geckos

[K.J.]

Can you keep them in a standard 55g fishtank? two is okay?
What normal looking substrate can you have? (e.g, woodchips...?)
Can you keep REAL plants in there, if they're not toxic?
Do they stink?
How much will the overall setup cost? I have a spare tank but I can't really spend LOTS of money.. like, 200 dollars, maybe?

 

[Jaiden]

I can answer some of your questions lol

Their tanks will have a bad smell if the poop isn't cleaned regularly...but nothing like a hamster or mouse or something like that.

A 55 gal would be more than enough for two, IMO.

I used ground walnut shells as substrate for mine. People say that's a no-no, but mine loved it and he lived quite happily.

I strongly suggest you stay away from heat rocks and just use a heat lamp. They can scorch their skin on the heat rocks...not a nice thing to deal with.

If you already have a tank...some substrate, decor, heat lamps, dishes...should be under $200 no problem.