I am expecting our geckos tomorrow but I cannot get the tanks to get past 80 degrees. I am using a UTH and a 60 watt red light. I have a UTH that is 5 watt and one that is a Zoo Med 8 watt. I haven't used the 8 watt since it says not to put on the bottom of the tank if using papertowels, too hot for their bellies. Does anyone have any suggestions? Should I take the 8 watt UTH back and get the 5 watt from another store?
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Need temps up in tank.
Michelle1010
Feb 01, 2005 10:10 AM
Replies (3)
dragonfruit_85
Feb 01, 2005 07:58 PM
Im assuming you have a glass tank? Have you tried blocking a portion of the top to keep heat in? If not, put something over the top above the light.
-Beth
AlteredMind99
Feb 02, 2005 07:57 AM
What size tank is it? You may find a slightly higher wattage bulb will do all the difference you need. a 75 or possibly a 100
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Michelle1010
Feb 02, 2005 08:31 AM
Thank you to everyone that replied. It turns out that I have crappy Fluker's terrarium gauges for both 10 gallon tanks. I used my snake's Zoo Med thermometer and the temps were correct.
