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    Indoor Russian tortoise enclosure help

    Hi guys, I’m picking up a Russian tortoise as soon as I’ve finished building the enclosure. He’s a rescue and approximately 6-9 years old. I’ve read a fair bit but was hoping for some ideas. I’m thinking of putting his basking spot up in the top right corner. He has an open hide under the log to...
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    • enclosure chamber enclosure diy help and advice horsefield basking horsefield tortoise indoor enclosure russian tortoise
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    • Forum: Tortoise Enclosures
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    Will an incandescent bulb overheat my vivarium for baby Russian Tortoise?

    Hi, I have a vivarium for my baby Russian Tortoise who is about 6 months old. The dimensions are: L86.2cm x D37.5cm x H42.1cm I plan to upgrade to a bigger viv as he grows in future. I have a 100w CHE hooked up to a thermostat supplying heat, and an Arcadia t8 12% uvb D3+ light setup. After...
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    • horsefield basking horsefield tortoise tortoise basking light viv overheating vivarium basking light
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    • Forum: Tortoise Enclosures
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