This allows geckos to thermoregulate without compromising security. A shallow water bowl two-thirds filled with clean water should be provided at all times. Adequate relative humidity must be provided to insure proper shedding. Avoid a wet enclosure as this can lead to health problems in leopard geckos. E. macularius will accept a variety of foods, and are rarely problem feeders.
Crickets are a recommended staple in the captive leopard gecko diet.
Wax worms can also be fed. Mealworms may also be offered periodically. It is beneficial to dust food items with a small amount of vitamin and calcium powder prior to feeding. Calcium supplementation can be especially important for gravid female geckos. During this period a small, low dish of cuttlebone powder can be placed in the female leopard gecko enclosure.