Just want to clarify two things...

First, having him in front of a window will do nothing for UV because the UV waves cannot pass through glass. Even with the window open, the fine mesh screen filters out quite a bit of UV.

Secondly, I wasn't sure what you meant about shop light, perhaps the tube style of UV? Make sure it is a reptile light designed to give off UVA and UVB, a 10.0 would be best for your set-up. I recently picked up a few dragons that were kept under a day spectrum aquarium light and it's just not the same thing.

Also, you want to check the temps with a digital thermometer to make sure he can't get burned or that he's too cool in his basking spot. There are a few links posted below about taming that may help.

Have fun with your guy!!

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