I think you need more info on leos before you purchase one. There are definate temperature gradients that they need, they must have belly heat at the right temps to digest their food properly so you will need an under tank heater (or UTH), also a thermometer with a probe so you can keep a watch on your temps. The temps are extremely important to having a healthy leo. PLEASE don't use sand as a substrate, I know also that there are very differing opinions on its use, but if there is even the slightest change that the leo could become impacted due to sand, then why even take that risk? Papertowels when they're small, then either repticarpet or slate tiles are great. Back to the temps, be sure that there is a cool side for the leo, most say only 30% of the tank should be heated by a UTH which I agree with. It will also need a cave to hide in and a humid hide box to aid in shedding and also regulating it's own temps. A heat light isn't necessary as, like I said, they need the belly heat. I do use reptile lights for the UVB and UVA, the UVB helps it to absorb the calcium that it ingests (a small lid with calcium powder in it works great for that) and the UVA helps to stimulate their appetite if they go into a winter hunger strike. The best advice I can give is to to lots of research, as I did, before you decide to bring home a leo. I did 2 months worth of studying care sheets and forums on the internet before I bought my first one, there is SO much to learn but you at least need the basics first and get your tank set up and the heat regulated before you bring it home. Hope this helps

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