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BUilt a cage for my first baby, 24x24x50, shelf at one end, 2 clamp lights mounted on top 50w halogen flood for basking and 26w repti glo 10.0 for UV,but this was 4-5 years ago and aas I just ìnherited`2 more brats I am trying to update my knowledge (old age plays hell with memory)What is the general rule of thumb for cage sizes*requirments, and what lighting as well..would like any non-pet alternatives you can offer in the lighting department as I know alot of the time you are paying for the PET packaging not a different product. Should mention that I own 3 clamp style lamps and only 1 strip so need the bulb ideas for both styles. Sorry this is so long but am trying not to forget any purtinent information.

Elaine

It's best to post in the general section. Very few people post here so very few check it. I use Zoo Med 10.0's for UVB. The best price is from petmountain.com. Any light/heat bulb is OK. You have to do some experimentation with what type and wattage of bulb gets your temps. correct.