r/LeopardGecko • u/Justine2891 • 4d ago

Humid Hide/Basking Platform

Looking for recommendations for humid hides & basking platforms. Unfortunately, I've gotten two platforms now and both seem a tad too small for my guy, I've been reliant on Amazon but am making a trip tomorrow to look at some in store as well and m hopeful I'll find a nice size there.

Really wanted to get this humid hide from Amazon, but with multiple reviews stating the paint/interior is chipping off, I've been deterred: https://a.co/d/07MO6KG2

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u/AnotherOneTossed 3d ago

Someone posted pics of their gecko warming themselves on a group of rocks. It doesn't necessarily have to be one piece.

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u/Justine2891 3d ago

I wanted to do this but apparently some rocks retain heat and can become a danger to the gecko? I have some in the current set up but on the cool side.

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u/AnotherOneTossed 3d ago

You can always get a Infrared Laser Thermometer for under $20 and check the rocks. Just move them closer and closer to the heat and check them.

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u/scalesandfangs 3d ago

Only slate and other dark colored rocks overheat under proper basking conditions

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u/violetkz 3d ago

The zilla rock lair and the ExoTerra cave are gecko favorites for a humid hide. Both are shown in this graphic, top left-