Thanks for the tips, as of right now i have a 20 gallon tank that i used to keep my leopard geckos in and a clamp lamp to use. I have read that cork bark works well for a basking area, is this true? Any suggestions for an alternate? I also have one of thos e big green fake rock hideaways the opening isn't very big, should i buy a bigger formation, and if so where could i get one. i have also read that i can use live plants, is thiis a good idea or no? If i put live plants in do i need mud/ soil at the bottom or can i still use pebbles/gravel as the bottom? one more thing where is a good place to buy submisible heaters and guards, garvel vaccums, and filters? im kinda on a budget, around $100 dollars as of right now. Thanks.