Basking light yes. Proper? Maybe.

- 100 watt Zoo Med Repti Spotting Lamp mounted in conventional reflector about 18 inches above target area.

I also have an old heating pad that has reliable controls and that I regularly check for signs of his "burrowing" into it and electrocuting himself. He shows no signs of that.

He has used the pad at times and the lamp as well but rarely. Overall room temp is probably around 60 degrees but I have no way to control that specific room apparent from entire 2nd floor.

Overall, at this point he seems to enjoy the mobility and roaming that the room offers. He uses the pad rarely and the lamp which is on a timer rarely. The room has ample natural exposure to sunlight.

He eats on occasion, maybe every 3-4 days. He seems to prefer "hiding" which I interpret as "pseudo hibernating" or maybe just something he likes to do.

I'm reluctant to use a smaller more temperature controlled enclosure.

Thanks for any insight.

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