[kim1804]

We've got a new viv, 3 sides are wood and glass fronted. In the instructions it says to seal it of properly with silicon! Is this safe for geckos? Should I get special silicon or will normal do?

Cheers for any advice!

Kim.

[ajb28221]

Most silicone is safe, I've used GE type II silicone multiple times and its safe, if your still worried you can find aquarium silicone at your local pet store/fish store and it will be safe also!

What are you housing?

[kim1804]

Hope to house a couple of Cresties in the next week or so! New to the whole reptile world but done a lot of research and can't wait to get our little critters!

[ajb28221]

Cresties are awesome! Never had one but plan to get one soon! Good Luck! Need any more advice just give a holler!

[kim1804]

Would anyone also be able to help with a lighting situation? I know cresties are nocturnal and most people say they don't need uv lighting, some care sheets say they do, should I fit a light? or will a moonglo light be enough (which is more for us to be able to see him/her than anything, but have been told they are good for nocturnal geckos!)
If I should fit a uv light, can you suggest any please!

Cheers, I want to offer our new family member the best home possible!

[ajb28221]

Have you read this? It is very informational -

Crested Gecko FAQ - READ THIS BEFORE ASKING BASIC QUESTIONS!!!

[Optimist]

You should provide some type of lighting. I only say this because 3 sides of your enclosure will be opaque. So it couldn't hurt for the little guys to know what is day and night.

[kim1804]

thanks, I have the faq bookmarked on my browser.

cheers for the advice.