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i recently converted my closet 8'x4'x4' into my iguanas new home however it gets a little on the chilly side at night 65-70 degrees so ive been using a dark red night time light to keep temps up to 75-80 at night and i was wondering if anyone thought night time light was a bad idea, im just a little nervous about the ceramic heater because the only ones ive seen seem to get REALLY hot and be in the closet with sticks and things i dont want to risk a fire or something, perhaps im just paranoid. but let me know what you think.

thanx,

eryk

a red bulb, as well as a black/blue one is fine at night. it is not truely considered lighting as it will not disrupt your igs sleeping habits at all. a ceramic heat emmiter would be a better choice but you should use a thermostat with it, really you should have a thermostat on any lights but if you keep an eye on the temps then you should be ok.
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I agree with HerpGirl EXCEPT for the black/blue lighting at night. (sorry, haha)

Red light was "softer" wavelength, therefore easier on the eyes, and less "penetrating" at night-time, hence why it is often used for night-time viewing of animals.

Green, blue, and the black lights emit wavelengths that are too strong and penetrating, therefore unsuitable for night use.
Hence why Night-Vision looks green.

Blacklights were thought to be a great idea, cuz after all, they seem to emit no light whatsoever. Buth, that is not true, they emit the finer, yet most acute wavelength, violet, which tho less visible, is more powerful, which is why it makes colors "pop" out of posters, tee-shirts, etc.

Stick with the red bulb, or a commercial product safe and suitable for night-time warmth.

-IJ