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Looking for gecko(s) in OK

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Hello. I'm new to leopard geckos and I'm looking for some good starting geckos. There is still some information I need to get before I make the acquisition, but I figure if you have something available you could probably provide me with the facts I'm not sure about. My main question is about lighting and heating. Do leopard geckos need a light source and a heat source?

Anyways, if you can help me I'd appreciate it. Thanks!

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Katie, I think it's great you've got an interest in leos. They really do make wondeful pets. However, I suggest you purchase the Leopard Gecko Manual. This is a handy book to keep around even for experienced leo owners, but it'll let you know what you should expect in owning a leopard gecko.
 
I agree with getting the manual before you get a gecko. To answer your lighting/ heating question... They do not need a special bulb. What they do require is a 10-12 hour photo period which basically means they need some lighting making them think it's daytime. If you keep them in a 10 gallon glass tank then a $8 18"fluorescent from Home Depot on a lamp timer will do... in fact I have quite a few of them. Now, you can keep a gecko at 80-85 degrees day and night 24/7, if your home stays around 75 degrees at night then the fluorescent should due. Thats a quickie answer to your question... any others feel free to email me.
 
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