I screwed up...

[Hannahsammeli]

After doing a little research AFTER I’ve been using a spiral uvb bulb over my Leo’s tank.. I realized it could cause blindness... I feel like a terrible mother.. I use repashy calcium plus vitamin and D3... I just didn’t bother extensively researching lighting details... what should I use that puts off SOME light but is not too terribly hot? I have my Leo in a basic 10 gallon. Thank you community!


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[Jetfire]

I personally just use heat pads with my leopards, haven't used lights on them in years.

 

[acpart]

It will not cause blindness. If the gecko is bothered by the light it will stay in the humid hide. If there is light in the room, that's sufficient for a leopard gecko. If you feel you must have lights in the cage, go with a 40-60 watt bulb. Consider upgrading eventually to a 20 gallon long because a 10 gallon is a marginal size for an adult.

Aliza