Hatchling Leopard Geckos

kevyn · 07-06-04, 10:01 AM

This is no doubt a very basic question but what is the best substrate to use for hatchling Leos? Thanks.

little_dragon_ · 07-06-04, 10:11 AM

Paper Towel

Rebecca · 07-06-04, 11:14 AM

Yup paper towel is the best thing to house leos on. Hatching or adults.

Kevin McRae · 07-06-04, 11:57 AM

paper towel for the young'in and your choice of a few substrates for the adults.

Bartman · 07-06-04, 04:22 PM

Just stay away from sand as always

sketchy4 · 07-06-04, 05:40 PM

i keep my leos on half carpet half tile.

karmeleon · 07-06-04, 05:49 PM

I use no substrate for neonates to avoid food hiding. I do provide hides made of a folded piece of paper, food and water bowl. These are made of small lid and a cut marg container

kevyn · 07-07-04, 12:34 AM

Thanks guys. I'm used to dealing with giant pythons, not extremely small lizards. I've got a friend that breeds Leopards, and he gave me a pair of his hatchlings. Very cute. One's a normal and the other a jungle, but I can't tell the difference. They're cute, and amazingly small. We're looking forward to watching these guys grow.