i was wondering if it is ok to keep my bp's tank the same temps 24/7. i have a 22" female bp (dont know the weight, but pretty plump) in a 10gal with an uth and a noctural heat bulb. i have a digital thermo probe inside the hide box where she spends most of her time. temps are 84-88f. should i cut off the heat bulb at night for a temp drop, or am i ok?
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Is a nighttime temperature drop req'd?
horned_frog_guy
Nov 15, 2005 10:03 AM
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jmartin104
Nov 15, 2005 03:12 PM
>>i was wondering if it is ok to keep my bp's tank the same temps 24/7. i have a 22" female bp (dont know the weight, but pretty plump) in a 10gal with an uth and a noctural heat bulb. i have a digital thermo probe inside the hide box where she spends most of her time. temps are 84-88f. should i cut off the heat bulb at night for a temp drop, or am i ok?
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>>www.ceratophrys.com
Some say yes, some say no. If your animal seems happy... Although, I provide a night drop for mine.
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Jay A. Martin
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toshamc
Nov 15, 2005 03:13 PM
Night drops are only used if you are planning on breeding. If you aren't breeding her - leave your temperatures where they are.
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horned_frog_guy
Nov 15, 2005 03:34 PM
yeah im not breeding.
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