I am setting up a 20L for a 3" RES. I am planning to have the tank at least 3/4 full with a turtle dock. The hood for the tank holds 1 NO flourescent. Is a 24" Reptisun 5.0 or a ESU RP450 too much light for the RES? What would you suggest? THe Reptisun is about 60% more cash. Thx.
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Is Reptisun 5.0 too much light? ESU RP450?
kongsnake
Apr 16, 2004 01:01 PM
Replies (4)
dsgngrl
Apr 16, 2004 04:26 PM
The ReptiSun is the recommended bulb, you can't really have too much light. You will need a separate basking light tho, flourescent tubes don't make any heat. Is this set up for hatchlings? A 20 gallon tank won't hold three RES for very long.
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kongsnake
Apr 19, 2004 10:20 AM
Thx for the reply. This tank is being setup for a single 3 inch RES. There is a basking light also.
Anita
Apr 17, 2004 07:43 PM
The Reptisun 5.0 is probably the best UVB light but remember, no UVB light is an equal replacement for direct unfiltered sunlight.
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kongsnake
Apr 19, 2004 10:22 AM
Thx for the reply. The setup is for a 6-year old shild and it will be in the basement. However, I could suggest that he take it out for a little "sun-bathing". I think he would like that suggestion, and could spend some more time with the turtle.
