First of all, I wouldn't use the compact florescent light because of many report that lizards having developed eye problem and in some cases the damage was too great causing blindness. I just stick with the regular florescent tube that you put into the fixture. I have use that for my iguana for 3 years now with no problem.

As for the temperature and wattage of the light bulb. Well, I can't tell you what light bulb to use because the wattage is dependent on where you live. If where you live gets really cold you may need a higher wattage, and if it's warmer, you may need it a little lower. The basking temperature should exceed 120 degree. However the lizard must be able to retreat to the area where the temperature is 90 degree. At night the temperature must be allow to drop into the mid 60's F.

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