GECKO BLACK NIGHT SUPER SNOW CARE GUIDE (Eublepharis macularius)

GECKO BLACK NIGHT SUPER SNOW CARE GUIDE (Eublepharis macularius)

$300.00

Full Description

Here is a complete care guide for the Black Night Super Snow Leopard Gecko (Eublepharis macularius) — a rare and visually striking combination of two morphs:

  • Black Night: a line-bred melanistic (very dark/black) trait

  • Super Snow: a co-dominant morph producing geckos with a high-contrast, speckled, and patternless body and solid black eyes when homozygous

Together, this morph tends to produce a dark, sometimes almost black gecko with reduced or speckled patterning and solid black eyes, making them highly desirable but also more delicate in some cases.

Black Night Super Snow Leopard Gecko Care Guide

Scientific name: Eublepharis macularius
Morph combo: Black Night (melanistic line-bred) × Super Snow (homozygous Mack Snow)

Morph Traits

Trait Description
Coloration Deep gray to black with muted or speckled patterns
Eyes Solid black (Super Snow trait)
Pattern Often reduced or “freckled”
Light Sensitivity High — due to solid black eyes and dark pigmentation
Genetic Notes Super Snow is a co-dominant morph (Mack Snow × Mack Snow); Black Night is line-bred, not a gene

Size & Lifespan

Feature Range
Length 7–10 inches (18–25 cm)
Weight 50–90g (adult)
Lifespan 15–20 years (with care)

Enclosure Setup

Minimum Tank Size

Gecko Size Tank Size
Juvenile 10–20 gallons
Adult 20–40 gallon breeder

Prioritize floor space for ground movement and temperature zoning.

Substrate

  • Safe Options:

    • Reptile carpet

    • Slate or ceramic tiles

    • Paper towels (for hatchlings/quarantine)

    • Clay/soil/sand bioactive mix (advanced)

  • Avoid:

    • Loose sand or wood chips (impaction risk)

    • Calcium sand

Hides (Minimum 3)

  1. Warm Hide (on heat source)

  2. Cool Hide (on cool side)

  3. Humid Hide (moist sphagnum moss or coco fiber)

Decor

  • Smooth rocks, branches, bark, and hides

  • Artificial or low-light real plants

  • Minimal lighting preferred — reduce exposure to overhead bright lights

️ Temperature & Humidity

Zone Ideal Range
Warm Side 88–92°F (31–33°C)
Cool Side 75–80°F (24–27°C)
Night Temp 68–75°F (20–24°C)
Humidity 30–40% (ambient)
Humid Hide 70–80%

Heating

  • Under Tank Heater (UTH) with thermostat (belly heat is crucial)

  • Optional: Ceramic Heat Emitter (CHE) if temps drop too low at night

  • Avoid bright bulbs, especially for this morph due to eye and skin sensitivity

Lighting

Type Use
UVB (2.0–5.0) Optional, but beneficial for D3 production and activity
Day/Night Cycle 12 hrs light / 12 hrs dark
Bright Light? Avoid — Super Snow eyes are highly light-sensitive

⚠️ Provide shaded hides and dim zones in the enclosure.

️ Feeding & Supplements

Insect Diet

Feeder Insects Notes
Crickets Staple feeder
Dubia Roaches Excellent nutrition
Black Soldier Fly Larvae Calcium-rich, gut-load well
Mealworms OK in moderation
Superworms Use sparingly (high fat)
Waxworms Occasional treat only

Feeding Schedule

Age Frequency
Juveniles Daily
Adults Every 2–3 days

Supplements

Supplement Frequency
Calcium (no D3) Always in tank
Calcium + D3 2× per week
Multivitamin 1× per week

Dust feeders before feeding; gut-load insects 24 hours prior for best results.

Tank Maintenance

  • Daily: Spot clean waste, refresh water

  • Weekly: Clean hides and feeding dishes

  • Monthly: Deep clean or refresh substrate (unless bioactive)

⚕️ Health & Morph-Specific Notes

Super Snow Concerns

  • Black eyes make them very sensitive to light

  • May exhibit mild neurological wobble (similar to Enigma in rare cases but not linked)

  • Often more shy than typical leos

Black Night Concerns

  • Genetic bottlenecking from inbreeding may reduce vigor

  • Some lines may be more prone to stress, especially in bright or high-traffic areas

  • Coloration may fade in intense lighting or with age

Handling Tips

Tip Notes
Approach from the side Avoid overhead movement (they are ground-dwellers)
Start slow Let them crawl onto your hand
Limit duration 5–10 mins per session is ideal
Avoid during shedding They’re more sensitive then
Avoid bright rooms May cause stress or eye discomfort

✅ Care Checklist

✔ 20–40 gallon long tank
✔ UTH with thermostat
✔ 3 hides (warm/cool/moist)
✔ Low or no overhead light
✔ Light-sensitive handling routine
✔ Insect-based diet with dusted supplements
✔ Regular spot cleaning and monthly deep cleans
✔ Temperature gradient and moisture control

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