Recent content by margosha

That is quite similar! Is this something that can be reversed at all?

Ok will do! So do you think this is just cosmetic? I’m just concerned about any underlying issues.

I am planning on adopting this little guy in a couple weeks and am wondering if his shell shows any reason for concern. I’ve just never seen scutes overlap like that. When I asked the breeder about them, he said it’s normal growth coming in. But of course I wanted to be thorough and confirm with...

Got it, thanks!

No such luck here in Ohio surprise, surprise. But thanks for the info! I think while I wait and hope for incandescents to come back on the market🤞, I'll switch to the Fluker's since they are cheaper and more readily available around here. Seems like the safest option.

I’m currently using the Arcadia 12% HO T5 for UV so that situation is all gravy.

Gotcha. Well since it’s worked for me thus far, looks like for now I’ll stick with the Arcadia or Fluker’s bulbs. Thanks!

The description for the Exoterra Intense bulb says it emits a “tight beam” of light which is something I’ve always been told to stay away from. Is having it hang pretty far from the substrate what negates that?

Thank you so much for such thorough information and options, definitely eases the frustration!

Yes, I sure have all my fingers and toes crossed for it to! And if nothing else, it should at least allow for reptile brands to stop having to change their “formula” and rebrand every two seconds to comply with unnecessary regulations.

Is there a brand you recommend? When I last did a quick search there, those lights didn’t say whether they were spot or flood so I got discouraged haha.

I am at my wits end with this stupid incandescent light ban. I currently use 100W Arcadia heat bulbs in my tort’s enclosure, but even those are getting harder and harder to find and more expensive. I’m wary about switching to the Fluker’s Basking Bulb because it’s unclear whether it’s a spot or...

Thanks for the tip! I haven't tried that kind, but I've been trying to get him to eat Mazuri, and he mainly ignores it. I've been trying to introduce it slowly mixed in with his greens.

Well I'm back with more poo photos...hooray! (said no one ever.) As you can see, the consistency is much improved but it's still not where it should be. And he did have a couple days of just a small bout of brown/yellow diarrhea, but I have been introducing him to many new foods. Other than...

UPDATE: His poos seem a little less watery (see photo), but still look pretty mushy and like he's just passing undigested food. He's still eating well and has gained about 50g since I got him. Thoughts?