We recently had to replace our UVB bulb as the other burned out. I did not originally purchase the bulb, rather it came with the torts when we adopted them. I know it was a smaller bulb. When I went to replace it all the reptile store had was a larger bulb ZooMed Powersun 160 W bulb. So I bought it thinking it wouldn't be all that different.
But what I've noticed is that it is significantly hotter and it almost seems too hot in that area of their enclosure now.
Would 160W be too much? It is placed approximately 14" above the substrate.
Thanks in advance.
But what I've noticed is that it is significantly hotter and it almost seems too hot in that area of their enclosure now.
Would 160W be too much? It is placed approximately 14" above the substrate.
Thanks in advance.