My baby turtle's shell is only about 1" long but I keep the water at about 82 degrees, is that too warm? Also, I have a light and it says it gives UVA rays. It's a long 60W exo terra bulb with a blue coating on it. I was just checking the package to see if it also gave UVB, but it doesn't say so. Is the bulb I have ok or do i need a different one? What kind of bulbs give UVB light or full spectrum lighting?
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A few simple questions
pinkcamel316
Nov 14, 2005 07:45 PM
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reptileguy2727
Nov 14, 2005 08:28 PM
82 is fine and you need a bulb that is specifically designed for reptiles and provides UVB. good ones are zoo med's fluorescent lights. it should be rated at least 5.0, but more is always better.
Orchid021
Nov 15, 2005 03:20 PM
82 is ok. The basking spot should be around 90 degrees. You will have to get a UVB light. All UVB lights give off UVA rays too.
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