In my opinion...



When you have them outside regularly, don't use the Reptisun bulbs. Just use a cheap fluorescent, maybe something that is "daylight balanced" or "full spectrum" from the hardware store. I see several bulbs labelled that way at Lowe's or Home Depot.



You can continue to use the overpriced UV bulbs during cold months. I have leopard tortoises that get some outdoor time during the summer, but spend a good deal of time indoors. I use a "full spectrum" bulb year round and calcium/d3 supplements to supplement their need for d3.

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• Torts and Igs - evolady, Thu Nov 4 13:28:00 2004
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