Crested Questions

[Mephibosheth1]

Greetings All!!


So, I am thinking if trying to branch out past Ball Pythons and to expand into other herp species. Fellow user Anya recently got a crested gecko, and they look pretty cool. I am currently investigating the needed equipment for one, and would like y'all's input on it.

I imagine I will need a thermometer/hygrometer Accurite combo, but based on want I've read I don't need a heat pad??

what other supplies would I need for a crested?? Plants, water bowls, humidifiers, etc?? I've read the FAQ on them, but (no offense to JLC) I like hearing from many people, not just one care sheet.

Are crickets (or Dubais) necessary?? Or will they do OK on just their Gecko food??

Finally, I have a 10-gallon aquarium that I had housed my Ball Python in for about a month; can I use that as an enclosure if I tip it vertically, or does it have to be an actual vertical tank??

Oh, and how much do they usually cost??

Thank you for your help; feel free to address any questions I should be asking that aren't listed too.

Mephi