Blog - The Gecko Guide

A Complete Guide to Lighting a Bioactive Gecko Enclosure

Your guide to UVB/UVA lighting, daylight, basking temps, heat sources, moonlight, plant-safe LEDs for bioactive gecko enclosure.

Step-by-step guide to building a safe, custom foam background for your gecko setup: materials, shaping, sealing, mounting, upkeep.

Gecko thermoregulation: heat gradients, basking and cool zones, measure temps, ideal ranges, humidity, daily care.

Compare tap, distilled, and spring water for your gecko: health risks, minerals, safety tips, and practical water testing.

Calibrate thermostat and hygrometer for gecko enclosures; stepwise setup, tools, procedures, testing, maintenance, accuracy tips.

Reduce gecko stress by sound and vibration control: identify sources, minimize noise, cut vibrations, optimize habitat routines.

Compare LECA vs gravel for bioactive gecko setups: drainage, humidity control, cost, maintenance, and how to choose and install.

Side-by-side chart of feeder insects' nutrition for gecko care: protein, fat, Ca/P, gut-loading, sizes, and feeding tips.

Create and sustain a thriving Dubia roach colony for geckos: sourcing, housing, diet, breeding, sanitation, pest control.

Pros and cons of a home mealworm farm for geckos; costs, setup, space, upkeep, and safety, plus feeding and containment tips.