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My leopard gecko stopped eating, digging. Is 80F tank temp too cold?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Reptile | Lizard | Female | 0.110231 lbs

So my friends leopord gecko stopped eating or is eating little for like 3 or 4 weeks and she has been digging a lot it says it could be of a cold tank but the temp is 80 and we are starting to get worried

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on March 11th, 2020

Thanks for reaching out about Ruby. The tank needs to be warmed to 95-100 F in the basking area and no place in the tank should drop below 80F at night. UVB spectrum is important as is the proper diet. Anorexia for 3-4 weeks is serious and a veterinary visit is recommended to assess and provide a diagnostic/ treatment plan. Intestinal parasites, infections, malnutrition and others are possible. Good luck.

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