So, I did start a thread trying to decide what to get, but I think I've decided on a crested gecko. I'm not very knowledgable though, I was hoping you guys could help. First of all, I was wondering if one could survive in a rubbermaid tub, which is supposedly around 25g? The dimensions are 28.8" x 19.7" x 16.5".
My next question was what I should use as substrate. I definitely want a very natural looking tank. I also was curious as to where I can buy plants that would be suitable for the tank.
Next question/problem. The tank comes with a lid, but the lid is solid, so there would be little to no ventilation. If I cut out the middle of the lid and replace it with mesh, would that provide enough ventilation? Also, I read that they can survive at room temperature and that humidity is not too important. Would one misting a night suffice? Also, how does one go about misting? Is there a way that is better than the others, do I need a specialized piece of equipment?
As for feeding, I was planning on feeding one of those specialized diets, and maybe feeding some sort of treat every once in a while. What could I use for treats?
Next question, could there be a way to have a small pool at one side of the container that has fish in it? I know that sounds like a long shot, but I thought I would just throw that out there. A different option would be if there is anything else it could cohab with.
The final question is, any tips on getting your parents to let you get a lizard when they normally don't allow it.
I'm 15, and I did convince them to let me get a 120g tank, so I think I can convince them for one little lizard, especially if I can manage to also fit fish in there somehow.
That's all the questions for now, sorry for the lengthy thread. Thanks!
My next question was what I should use as substrate. I definitely want a very natural looking tank. I also was curious as to where I can buy plants that would be suitable for the tank.
Next question/problem. The tank comes with a lid, but the lid is solid, so there would be little to no ventilation. If I cut out the middle of the lid and replace it with mesh, would that provide enough ventilation? Also, I read that they can survive at room temperature and that humidity is not too important. Would one misting a night suffice? Also, how does one go about misting? Is there a way that is better than the others, do I need a specialized piece of equipment?
As for feeding, I was planning on feeding one of those specialized diets, and maybe feeding some sort of treat every once in a while. What could I use for treats?
Next question, could there be a way to have a small pool at one side of the container that has fish in it? I know that sounds like a long shot, but I thought I would just throw that out there. A different option would be if there is anything else it could cohab with.
The final question is, any tips on getting your parents to let you get a lizard when they normally don't allow it.
I'm 15, and I did convince them to let me get a 120g tank, so I think I can convince them for one little lizard, especially if I can manage to also fit fish in there somehow. That's all the questions for now, sorry for the lengthy thread. Thanks!
