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RE: Do I Need to Cool My Uro Down?

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Posted by: rtl402 at Mon Jan 5 08:36:58 2009  [ Report Abuse ] [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by rtl402 ]  
   

I don't think its so much dropping of temps dramatically, its more of decreasing the time your lights are on. I am going through my first winter with Uro's as well, and it was recommended to me to decrease the light period, but still allow a normal range basking temp. Of course, with the lower temps outside, my temps have dropped slightly, but still within good range. Basking is still 120-122 (usually 125-128F) and ambient temps are only down approx 2-3 degrees overall as well. You will see a reduction in activity as well as eating habits. Just be sure to keep an eye on defecations, be sure they are not runny and keep track of weight with an accurate scale. So far weight has held steady for my male, female has actually gained a few grams as she appears to be storing more then the male has. Hope that helps.


   

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