I've read countless feedback from herpers saying the best lighting is from direct sunlight. Should I place my 55 gallon tank next to the window to provide ny boas adequate lighting?
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Is it okay to keep a tank in front of a closed window?
aliaime
Nov 01, 2004 02:03 PM
Replies (4)
panther13half
Nov 01, 2004 03:52 PM
the glass will act as a magnifying glass of sorts.....will cook your snakes!!
keith
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I'm not sure I want popular opinion on my side -- I've noticed those with the most opinions often have the fewest facts.
janome
Nov 01, 2004 05:56 PM
I have a 10 gallon with fire bellie toads and it's not even near a window. But when the sunlight hits the tank it will raise the temp to high.
Having sun light to light your tank is asking for trouble. If you want them to have natural sunlight take them outside when it's nice weather and temps, otherwise provide the necessary lighting.
aliaime
Nov 01, 2004 06:18 PM
Gotcha!!!!
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Everlight389
Nov 02, 2004 03:36 PM
Really just depends on the tank lid, because heat goes up. So unless you live in a very warm area it doesn't matter too much. You could try it with a empty 10-gallon, but with proper ventilation it shouldn't heat up enough to cook your snakes.
Also, the glass filters out most (if not all) UVB rays, so it would be pretty much useless anyways.
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