Liggysasha
Member
Hi everyone.
I've been using this forum to do a lot of research for my new red foot tortoise. I'm so impressed with how helpful everyone is!
I have a small (less than 4") red foot and I live in South Florida. I'm confused about his heat and light requirements. It seems some people say he needs a heat source and UVB bulb and others say he doesn't (because we're in Florida).
I have him on my screened patio in a tortoise table. Parts of his enclosure get about 5 to 6 hours of sunlight in the afternoons. Temperatures at the moment are dropping into the 60s at night, but high 80s during the day.
Do I need a heat source and UVB bulb? I've also heard UVB bulbs can damage their eyes. What's the best positioning for it. Also CHE or heat pad?
Thanks!!!
I've been using this forum to do a lot of research for my new red foot tortoise. I'm so impressed with how helpful everyone is!
I have a small (less than 4") red foot and I live in South Florida. I'm confused about his heat and light requirements. It seems some people say he needs a heat source and UVB bulb and others say he doesn't (because we're in Florida).
I have him on my screened patio in a tortoise table. Parts of his enclosure get about 5 to 6 hours of sunlight in the afternoons. Temperatures at the moment are dropping into the 60s at night, but high 80s during the day.
Do I need a heat source and UVB bulb? I've also heard UVB bulbs can damage their eyes. What's the best positioning for it. Also CHE or heat pad?
Thanks!!!