Pets
What Size Enclosure Does Your Reptile Need?
Calculate minimum enclosure dimensions by reptile species. Length, width, height, and heating requirements.
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Sizes
Leopard gecko: min 60×30×30 cm। Bearded dragon: 120×60×45। Corn snake: 90×45×45। Indian star tortoise (popular in India but PROTECTED — need license!): 120×60 cm minimum।
Indian Laws
Wildlife Protection Act 1972: many reptiles are Schedule I-IV protected। Indian Star Tortoise: Schedule IV — keeping without license is ILLEGAL। Only captive-bred with documentation allowed।
⚡ CalcWolf Insight
Under-tank heaters (UTH) are better than heat lamps for nocturnal reptiles (leopard geckos, ball pythons) because they provide belly heat without disturbing the day/night light cycle. Use a thermostat with any heating element — unregulated heaters cause burns and fires.
Frequently asked questions
Bearded dragon?▾
Min 120×60×45 cm।
Indian Star Tortoise legal?▾
Need license — Schedule IV protected। Without documentation: ILLEGAL। Heavy penalties।
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