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wyattroa Dec 04, 2003 04:52 PM

I have been leaning towards a panther cham. Would it be wise to use the mecury vapor bulb, or should i get a basking light and a repti sun flouresent tube? what do most of you use for your panthers?? thanks for the info!
bob

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Carlton Dec 05, 2003 12:14 PM

Both produce UVB and A. MV will produce more heat so you'll have to keep a closer watch on basking spot and the cham's skin temp to avoid burns. I use an infrared temp gun for this and LOVE it! ReptiSuns are not intensely bright, but use them with a halogen spotlight (I like those outdoor porch lights) or a regular house light bulb and you can do fine. I've heard the MV bulbs can be fussy and fail without warning too.

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