I don't think either of these cages are big enough to use Mercury Vapour bulbs. These bulbs need to be at least 18" above the basking spot. The intensity of the UVB put out can be harmful if too close to the dragon, affecting their eyes etc. However, you don't need these bulbs to ensure a healthy dragon, the repti-glo and repti-sun 5.0 and higher florescent tubes are fine, providing they are changed every 6-9 months and proper diet and supplimentation is done.

It is also best to get cages that are 4'x2' of floor space, height can be as little as 16" but 24" is more than sufficient. ANy higher and it is harder to get the dragons close to the UVB light and basking light. (taller cages can be used if you want to use the mercury vapour bulbs, as these do put out UVB much further than florescent tubes).

I have a question though, why get 4 dragons right off the bat? Since you are new to dragons etc, it would be better to just get one or two to start. Then after a couple years get more if you really enjoy them. This gives you time to get more experienced and knowledgeable with bearded care without having the extra chore of caring for 4 babies properly from the get go. THis isn't to say I feel you won't do well with 4 but if mistakes are made (and lets face it, we all make mistakes) it is easier to correct for one or two than 4. Also, if stress of shipping etc, causes one or more to develop parasite problems, it will cost more money to treat them all etc. Just a thought for you to consider.

Cages can also be custom made as well and made stackable.
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