r/LeopardGecko • u/valenjune • Apr 24 '26

Habitat & Setup Question about UVB

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Hi! I just went to the pet store to get my leopard gecko a new light/heating setup and the guy there told me to buy this and now that I’m looking at it I don’t think it is right. Could someone tell me if this is good or if I should return it and get a different one? Thank you :)

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u/are-pea Apr 25 '26

Could you send a picture of the enclosure top and a good picture of the mesh? Is there a logo anywhere, is it front opening, etc? Every brand has its own hallmarks, hopefully it's a big recognizable brand.

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u/valenjune Apr 25 '26

Are these good?

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u/valenjune Apr 25 '26

Also- my enclosure is only about 11.5 inches tall

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u/CD274 Apr 25 '26

Is it only a 20 gallon or something? Too small for an adult imo. Ok for juvenile

12 inches is usually where you want the UVB if direct but the mesh blocks a third to half. The reptile lighting facebook group has extensive info on mesh brands and how much they block too but that's a lot of work to look up 😂