I have read that redfoot tortoises need humidity around 80 % and temps in the 80's (at least 95 for basking).
I also have read that it is best to have an outdoor enclosure in the summer time but the temps here in Canada don't always get into the 80's during the summer and for sure not into the 90's very often. The humidity isn't always at 80% either.
How important is it to maintain a high humidity? I could always use a lamp outdoors to boost the temp (heaven forbid its on when it rains!). I have read that one possible detriment is the increased likelihood of pyramiding. Or am i being overly cautious?
My tank temps are 80 F in the cool area, 95 F at the basking slate and humidity at 75%.
I also have read that it is best to have an outdoor enclosure in the summer time but the temps here in Canada don't always get into the 80's during the summer and for sure not into the 90's very often. The humidity isn't always at 80% either.
How important is it to maintain a high humidity? I could always use a lamp outdoors to boost the temp (heaven forbid its on when it rains!). I have read that one possible detriment is the increased likelihood of pyramiding. Or am i being overly cautious?
My tank temps are 80 F in the cool area, 95 F at the basking slate and humidity at 75%.
