sungrow leopard gecko cave, coco shell house, 3" x 5", smooth-edged spacious reptile and amphibian hideout, 1 pc per pack sungrow why do geckos make great pets? because leopard and crested geckos are adorable, gentle, playful and easy to care for, they are an ideal reptile pet for beginners. they can change colors like chameleons, but they are cheaper, friendlier, and with lower maintenance requirements. when your pet gecko's color is more vibrant, it is referred to as being "fired up," as opposed to being “fired down” when the coloring is more muted. the cute little geckos have minimal requirements as they do not need special lighting and mostly just need a warm, humid environment to be happy. in the wild, these lizards are primarily tree dwellers who love to jump and climb. hiding places are also important to crested geckos. the gecko hut provides your reptile pet with a place to climb on, explore and hide out in. so give them the feel of their native habitat with the sungrow coco cave. hideout for their optimal development domesticated reptiles may not have the risk of being attacked or eaten by a predator, but they are dealing with different situations. reptiles are always on high alert for any peril and it is in their instinct to conceal themselves within the environment. reptiles as pets that are denied of this option can greatly suffer due to stress. this can result in reduced appetite and may lead to nutritional deficiencies making them more susceptible to disorder. in their new dwelling that you will build for them, a hiding place such as reptile cave by sungrow is an essential addition to their enclosure. your herps should have a suitable area where they can feel secure. this can lower their stress levels. this basic provision can also make them live longer. since our 3 inches high and 5 inches wide product is made of coconut shell, it easily integrates in tropical and desert-themed terrariums. if you spot hole at the top of the coco cave, you can even grow sphagnum or forest moss to create a jungle theme for them. this will help in creating a cooler microclimate as well as aids in