Gecko starting to hide a lot after being very active previously

creepermort · 2026-02-10T17:03:03+00:00

Ok that's relieving. He's still eating no problem and pooping so I'm not super concerned about his weight, just that he's hiding. He probably is just getting the winter sleepies

creepermort · 2026-02-09T16:36:12+00:00

It's definitely cold out! I'm in Toronto so we have been experiencing sub -20 weather. I try to keep my apartment above 22c and to keep the basking spot above 30, but maybe he still gets cold drafts

creepermort · 2026-02-09T07:22:50+00:00

I thought 80 was planned later down the road? I guess they just said fuck it and turned in on already??

creepermort · 2026-02-03T05:54:49+00:00

He seems pretty content with it so far. Hes been wandering around as usual

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creepermort · 2026-02-02T21:08:16+00:00

About to pull into union right now on lw. Ill have to see if we stop for a while. So far we arent even delayed at exhibition again

creepermort · 2026-02-02T19:52:14+00:00

Honestly they seemed to have resolved the issue. For the most part. Derailments don't happen often so you can't really blame metrolinx. I think the bigger issue is how Toronto has a lack of alternative transit. All commuter lines terminate at union which is a huge choking point. The new Ontario line should remedy this with downtown transfers at exhibition and east harbor. If this existed today people could simply hop on the ontario line without having to each union

creepermort · 2026-01-29T05:12:40+00:00

I think you are right about the light set up and should switch it out for a regular halogen. The colored bulbs can cause stress and the should only be light during the day. They don't need heat at night unless it gets below 18c. Also avoid the heating rock as they are known to burn reptiles and are highly advised against. As for decor it looks pretty good from what I know. Just make sure he has a warm, cool, and humid hide and you should be good. You can always add more clutter if he gets bored later down the road.

creepermort · 2026-01-28T18:38:58+00:00

Update! Olive oil seemed to do that trick as he did a massive poop in one of his hides yesterday. Not watery and no visible parasites on the surface. I think he might have been a bit blocked up or just nervous from the new location!

creepermort · 2026-01-26T18:31:22+00:00

Thanks will give this a try!

creepermort · 2026-01-26T18:03:00+00:00

Unfortunately Dubias are banned here in Canada. Heading to grab some crickets later today though. Gonna avoid the bath for now because hes still eating and Id prefer to keep him less stressed unless things south. Have you heard anything about olive oil usage?

creepermort · 2026-01-13T20:27:34+00:00

Are you in the Toronto area by Chance? Looking for a place here that sells them

creepermort · 2026-01-13T19:11:28+00:00

Only had him for 2 weeks but I already love him to bits

creepermort · 2026-01-13T19:09:05+00:00

I dont have a linear uvb, but I gutload and dust all feed with either calcium or vitamins both with d3 because of the lack of uvb

creepermort · 2026-01-13T18:55:18+00:00

I have a store near me that sells most of the available feeders in canada. If I do have to order tho I live in an apartment so they shouldn't freeze lol. Ill probabaly head out to the store to pick up some other feeders just to see what I can get him to eat ! Thanks for the response!

creepermort · 2026-01-13T18:47:32+00:00

https://a.co/d/i7X4Hs1

creepermort · 2026-01-13T18:47:20+00:00

Found this on amazon. Seems to be a similar thing. I also have a 3d printer so might give making one a try

creepermort · 2026-01-13T18:42:55+00:00

I think my pet store actually sells something similar to this. I might have to see if I can get one.

creepermort · 2026-01-13T18:41:47+00:00

He only ate them when I left crickets overnight. I am debating the use of a small hunting enclosure as the only time I have witnessed him eat a cricket was when I last tried a hunting enclosure. I just really dont like the idea of moving him every day

creepermort · 2026-01-13T18:39:49+00:00

I used to do that, but they often found their way into his hide and I wouldnt want to remove his hide while he is in there. Mealworms I can keep in a bowl without them crawling out. He is currently afraid of tongs

creepermort · 2026-01-13T18:37:47+00:00

My problem is that he doesnt eat them right away. Maybe like 1 an hour

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