Do Leopard Geckos Need Lighting?

Leopard geckos need both lighting and heat during the day and only heat at night. This can be achieved with a mix-and-match combination of several different lighting and heating elements.

Do leopard geckos require UVB?

While Leopard Geckos don't need UVB to survive, UVA/UVB light has been shown to greatly improve the immune system, health, and wellness of all reptiles, both diurnal and crepuscular. ... Make sure to place the light over the side with the heat mat to help create that warm side of the thermal gradient.

Do leopard geckos need a heat lamp?

Leopard geckos use their environment to regulate their body temperature. So, it's important to provide a 'thermogradient' - with a heat lamp at one end and a cooler area at the other. Use thermostats to regulate the temperatures. Leopard geckos also need ultraviolet light and a dry environment.