How to Clean your Crested Gecko Tank + How Often you Need to Clean It

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  • @Bettasbay
    @Bettasbay  3 роки тому +25

    I recommend cleaning your tank every 6-10 weeks. You should spot clean daily but change the substrate every 6-10 weeks.

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      @deanaaron2860 3 роки тому

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      @abramnehemiah782 3 роки тому

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      @deanaaron2860 3 роки тому

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    • @noa7080
      @noa7080 3 роки тому

      pangea and other sources say to clean it every month?

  • @Bettasbay
    @Bettasbay  4 роки тому +19

    To clean your decor you can also use baking soda, lemon juice, or white vinegar!

  • @sulena8823
    @sulena8823 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you for this video bc I was wondering do you spot clean or how do u go about cleaning lose substrate. Thanks for the clarification!

  • @vienna8247
    @vienna8247 3 роки тому +6

    I just got my crested gecko today
    And i wanna know how many times i feed him? Or i would like to know where you got your information about how often you should feed them
    Mine is like 5 months old btw

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому +3

      I feed my gecko every 2 days. Before I got my gecko I did a bunch of research mostly reading articles written by long time created gecko keepers and watching youtube videos and I found that most people recommend to feed your gecko every other day so that’s just what I do. I found Taylor Nicole Dean’s and Emzotic’s UA-cam channel to be quite helpful.

    • @katmamela419
      @katmamela419 3 роки тому +2

      Ive had mine for almost 3 years and feed him every 2 days like she said !

  • @loefoto2824
    @loefoto2824 3 роки тому +4

    i use a 1/4 vinegar , 3/4 water solution to clean my glass, comes out clear everytime :) you can scrape really stubborn watermarks off with a knife or razor. i tried lemon juice and water but it left marks i didn't like, will definitely try baking soda! also, if ur spot cleaning i recommend a toothbrush, helps a lot

  • @xmonzer
    @xmonzer 3 роки тому +5

    I have found that water and a bit of lemon juice is safe & effective to clean the glass with

  • @noodle-
    @noodle- 2 роки тому

    How do you spot clean?

  • @alisonmullineaux9415
    @alisonmullineaux9415 4 роки тому +4

    I had a quick question, I have a baby crested gecko and he really isn’t into his Pangea, he does eat it but he doesn’t rly like it. Have any suggestions to help with that? Btw your create sgecko is so cute!!

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  4 роки тому +4

      At first my crested geckos was the same, he didn't like Pangea. So I recommend experimenting with more flavours maybe your gecko doesn't like a specific fruit (for example mine doesn't like mango). If your gecko still doesn't like it, try other brands like Repashy or foods that have a mix of fruit and insects. Experiment and get know what fruits your gecko doesn't like. Also very important to mix it up so your gecko doesn't get bored. My gecko is really picky and gets bored really quickly so I always have at least two flavours of food to alternate between. But first step is just to go buy a different flavour of food and see if your gecko likes that better hope this helps:)

    • @haleymcdow434
      @haleymcdow434 3 роки тому

      I haven’t tried the Pangea diet but I have a baby crested gecko and mine loves zoo med watermelon and tropical fruit:)

    • @loefoto2824
      @loefoto2824 3 роки тому

      my gecko was only eating crickets when he was given to me by a friend, so i dipped the crickets in pangea and he would get used to the flavor and now he pretty much only eats pangea with worms or crickets a few times a week :)

    • @noa7080
      @noa7080 3 роки тому

      hey lol you probably dont need this anymore because this comment was a while ago but try using Repashy gecko diet :)

  • @stravisphere5225
    @stravisphere5225 3 роки тому +2

    Do you think that, if the tank is bioactive enough, the 6-10 week marker can be extended? I want to get a crested gecko, and I need all the info I can get

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому +1

      I don’t know much about bioactive setups but I’m pretty sure in a bioactive setup the clean up crew will clean the tank for you, you just have to spot clean every once in a while. But I’m not sure so definitely do your own research, the UA-cam channel Leopard Gecko Talk has some great videos!

  • @ilovekanye3
    @ilovekanye3 3 роки тому +1

    I have some questions.
    Do you have to wash your hands before doing it?
    How do you spot clean it?
    How do you feed it?
    And how many gallons is your tank?

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому +2

      Yes, you should always wash your hands before handling your animal and for cleaning the tank, you can also wear gloves. When I say spot clean I mean cleaning the water dish and giving fresh water daily, also if you see any poop just getting rid of it so that your tank doesn't get as dirty as quickly. For feeding get a small dish and mix in water with a fruit based diet like Repashy or Pangea I also have videos on that. My tank is the Exo Terra 18in x 18in x 24in terrarium (I think the small tall) which is around 20 gallons:)

    • @ilovekanye3
      @ilovekanye3 3 роки тому

      Thank you so much! That really helped me! But how do you get rid of the poop?

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому

      @@ilovekanye3 Pick it up with a tissue and gloves or something and throw it out or flush it down the toilet

    • @ilovekanye3
      @ilovekanye3 3 роки тому +1

      Okay, thank you so much!

  • @binging_onepeice
    @binging_onepeice 2 роки тому

    I need this is bad. Thank you!

  • @AllMightsSister
    @AllMightsSister 3 роки тому +1

    Everyone in the comments is saying they have a crestie, and since I don't have one yet its making me so jealous!! (I will get one soon tho, maybe in the next month or two, my dad is waiting for the right time)

  • @julesdrums6167
    @julesdrums6167 5 місяців тому

    Super helpful thank you

  • @monke1351
    @monke1351 3 роки тому +1

    Hi I know I’m late but I have a bioactive enclosure so when would you recommend I cleaning it if ever also would you recommend repashy or pangea

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому

      I actually don't know much about bioactive enclosures. I've tried both repashy and pangea and I like both but repashy is just more accessible for me so that's what I feed my gecko.

    • @monke1351
      @monke1351 3 роки тому +1

      @@Bettasbay Ok Cool repashy more available for me too but i want to try Pangea to see how she likes it

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому +1

      @@monke1351 yeah I definitely recommend having a variety in their diet:)

    • @monke1351
      @monke1351 3 роки тому

      @@Bettasbay Ok good I’m currently rotating out three different repashy flavors

    • @loefoto2824
      @loefoto2824 3 роки тому +2

      i use pangea and my gecko loves it :) he east the fig&insect kind! as far as bioactive enclosures go, i don't have one but im always watching videos on them. the isopods and springtails, or other clean-up crew organisms you have in the tank should handle most of the filth in the enclosure, but cleaning the glass or spot cleaning feces in places the cleaners can't reach is a good idea!

  • @amygarza3552
    @amygarza3552 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent video thank you ! So helpful !!

  • @courtneyscreatures9897
    @courtneyscreatures9897 3 роки тому +1

    hello, I have a juvenile crested gecko and I use paper towels as substrate as she is little. when she is older is the loose substrate okay? or will she get impacted? because I don’t want my baby getting sick.

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому

      What I did was I used paper towels until she was used to the place and got a bit bigger so like a couple months. Then I switched to eco earth and sphagnum moss which is what I recommend. Eco earth is good because when it’s fully dry it’s basically like dust and when it’s wet it still doesn’t clump together as much so it won’t cause problems if your gecko eats some. My gecko even ate some at the beginning (which is uncommon if your gecko is well fed) and she had no issues. So this is just what I recommend:)

    • @courtneyscreatures9897
      @courtneyscreatures9897 3 роки тому +1

      @@Bettasbay Thank you so much! Wish you and your gecko the best!

  • @Kexe134
    @Kexe134 2 роки тому

    Is this spot cleaning or deep cleaning?

    • @noodle-
      @noodle- 2 роки тому

      This is deep cleaning.

  • @alynnacampos6387
    @alynnacampos6387 2 роки тому

    do u always have to buy new substrate and how do u take the substrate out the tank (for soil)

    • @Clarky_Warky
      @Clarky_Warky Рік тому

      I would have a trash bag taped to the desk or whatever the tank is on then just scrape it all off into the garbage. And you shouldn’t have to buy more every time no, the bags they come in are usually pretty big so it’ll last awhile

  • @trever9083
    @trever9083 2 роки тому

    Lemon juice works well for glass

  • @eli-ip5vt
    @eli-ip5vt 3 роки тому

    My tank just got some mold in it I got mine about 12 days ago and haven’t cleaned it out yet, is mold bad for them?

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому

      Yes mold is toxic for them just as it is for humans. Having mold in the tank is not good for your reptile and is not good for you either because you’re breathing it in. So try to avoid mold as much as possible maybe mist less or make sure your substrate is less moist so that it can dry.

  • @markcollyns8896
    @markcollyns8896 7 місяців тому

    what are the best cleaning bugs for my crestedgecko ?

    • @brianneh7765
      @brianneh7765 3 місяці тому

      If you have a bioactive terrarium the best cleaning bugs I recommend springtails and isopods!

  • @spuidmestanevil2028
    @spuidmestanevil2028 3 роки тому +1

    I am so confused 😕 lol i am wanting one and people keep telling me spray water with like a out of a cleaner bottle like wash it out and put water in it and spray it on like the leave and stuff but i also see people like u using a water bowl ?..

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому +1

      Yes so I do both and I recommend doing both. This way your gecko can drink whenever it wants and doesn’t have to relay on you spraying. But then also mist the tank two times a day to keep it humid plus your gecko can drink off the leaves. Hope this helps:)

    • @spuidmestanevil2028
      @spuidmestanevil2028 3 роки тому +1

      @@Bettasbay it does thank you

  • @noa7080
    @noa7080 3 роки тому

    pangea and other sources say to clean it every month?

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому +1

      For me personally I found that that was too often so I prefer 6 weeks. But up to you, you can experiment and see what works for you.

  • @MarcoLiftz
    @MarcoLiftz 3 роки тому

    You didn’t say how big your tank is tho so we can go off that 😂😂😂

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому +2

      I have the Exo Terra 18in x 18in x 24in terrarium:)

    • @MarcoLiftz
      @MarcoLiftz 3 роки тому

      @@Bettasbay I think we might have the same one is it the 20 gallon?

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому +1

      @@MarcoLiftz not sure if it’s a 20 gallon I just know the measurements but it’s pretty big (probably a 20 gallon tho) you can see it in my tank tour video

  • @dreidrei1643
    @dreidrei1643 2 роки тому +1

    Jesus Loves all of you guys

  • @brantanjahner1164
    @brantanjahner1164 Рік тому

    Ya um my crested geckos like to sir on the glass and poop on it

  • @Fooslifts
    @Fooslifts 3 роки тому

    Im scared 😨 to clean my tank because there is a little tiny 1/2 cm mold and im scared if the entire bottom of tank is filled with mold😰😰😨😨😰😰😥😳😳

    • @Bettasbay
      @Bettasbay  3 роки тому

      Oh no that’s not good! You need to clean your tank immediately if your gecko is breathing in mold that’s toxic!! Clean your tank as soon as you can and make sure your safe too and not breathing in the mold directly.

    • @Fooslifts
      @Fooslifts 3 роки тому

      @@Bettasbay Yeah i know ill be doing it in 2 days and im hoping theres not a scary amount hiding under the eco earth

    • @Fooslifts
      @Fooslifts 3 роки тому +1

      @@Bettasbay Update: I havnt cleaned it yet but i have found out what it is.It is mildew and its way less dangerous than mold but im obviously still going to clean it because it looks scary as hell and it makes me super angry