Basking? Red Foot Tortoise.... Also thoughts on keeping more than one together pros and cons?

Bwaterford

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So I got my tank and stand and habitat 90% finished. It came together nicely even though this is a temporary set up till contractor finishes a way bigger more elaborate one inside and outside.
Question on basking, everything I've read says add a 90 plus temperature basking spot, yet redfoot keepers say redfoots don't bask...
My temperature in habitat is around 86 degrees with his hide around 80 degrees or so..... Should I add a basking spot? Ideas?
Also the question on tank mate with my redfoot, thoughts, ideas, recommendations if any.
He seems to really love the new habitat, someday he's out alot and other days he's kinda just chills in his front of cave, eats and goes back to bed. He is actually still pretty young under 3 months so he's still probably adjusting.
Thanks in advance.
 

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