Is this bulb good for Russians?

[jharrris]

 

[Tom]

The older T8 style bulbs are safe, but not very effective. It has to be within 8-10 inches from the tortoise to get a very low level of UV.

The newer T5 HO type bulbs from ZooMed or Arcadia are much more effective and produce strong UV from a more reasonable distance.

 

[jharrris]

The older T8 style bulbs are safe, but not very effective. It has to be within 8-10 inches from the tortoise to get a very low level of UV.

The newer T5 HO type bulbs from ZooMed or Arcadia are much more effective and produce strong UV from a more reasonable distance.

Got it, thank you!