List of items needed to keep a skink?

Question

i really want a skink but i dont know what to get for it the guy at the pet store had 4 ocellated skinks in a ten gallon , i have a 20 long i want 2 have 2 full grown ones in there oh by the way they were babies so can anyone give me a list of what i need to take care of them ,last the pet store said all you need is a cage with no heaters etc.

Answer 1

This is completely dependent on the type of skink it is.  There are skinks that require humidity and ones that don't.  Ones that require very high temps and ones that don't.  You're going to have to be far more specific than just "skink."

Don't listen to the pet store.  Find out what kind of skink it is, post a picture here or look it up online... then find more than one care sheet.  Read a LOT about them and use your better judgement to make the best decision about their care.

Answer 2

Recommended Supplies:

A secure enclosure

UVB light source

Heat mat

Heat lamp

A rheostat or thermostat to control heat mats

Thermometers and hydrometer

Substrate

Logs or other items for hiding/climbing areas

Spill-resistant water bowl

Feeding dishs

Care book

Fake plants and decor(optional)

http://www.reptileparadise.com/cs_ocella...

Answer 3

youll need a 50 watt heat bulb bedding for the species water dish and food thermonitor