Lined day gecko Qs need help

Phelsuma14

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I am trying to set up a 29 gallon lined day gecko ( Phelsuma Lineata) Terraium and I have so many questions. I do have alot of questions and there are many threads Ive posted so please bear with me. what are good heating options, I know puck lights are but what are other options. How close to put the basking spot to the light or if I need to lift the light and put it on a clamp a few inches above the cage to get a good basking temp. what are good plants to use. And should I put a background in there or is that not nessesary. I can post pics and im sorry there are alot of questions. And if its to much to ask could you guys post pics so I can get an idea of what i'm doing thank you
 

hypnotoad

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You need a good thermometer to find the right basking temp, it varies by the type of lighting you use.
Backgrounds look nice and give a more natural feel and a place to mount plants.
Start here:
http://www.geckosunlimited.com/comm...m/35946-step-step-naturalistic-viv-setup.html
then peruse vivariumform.com and the naturalistic vivarium forum on this sight, there's actually a recent thread on a lineata tank.
Spend some time doing some research, decide what you do and don't like. If you have more specific questions after that holler back.
 

Phelsuma14

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You need a good thermometer to find the right basking temp, it varies by the type of lighting you use.
Backgrounds look nice and give a more natural feel and a place to mount plants.
Start here:
http://www.geckosunlimited.com/comm...m/35946-step-step-naturalistic-viv-setup.html
then peruse vivariumform.com and the naturalistic vivarium forum on this sight, there's actually a recent thread on a lineata tank.
Spend some time doing some research, decide what you do and don't like. If you have more specific questions after that holler back.

Ive decided what I'm do with the background and stuff, would a incadesent light bulb be good for basking? Were can I get bamboo I cant seem to find it anywere even though I have drift wood I would still like to know just in case. And could I see of few pics of your cages if its ok with you. and what are good bromeliads to use for day gecko terrariums
 
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