Strip light

[Elcon]

Should I use a strip light
I have a light that shines some but not all of the encloser
Worried about torts plenty of the UVB

 

[Chinque]

I have a reptisun 10.0 UVB bulb and fixture for my tort... Its great and covers most of the terrarrium! I bet you could find one on amazon or eBay if it is the right size

 

[Tom]

What species and age?

For most species, good lighting in the day time is a plus. If you have a "forrest" type species, just make sure to offer lots of hides and shady areas, along with the added "daylight".

 

[Jacqui]

Just like as it is outdoors, having some areas with more light and some with more dappled light, to me is the best way to go. I don't think a tortoise should have to hide in his hide or under a plant's protective leaf to get out of a heavy blast of light. Give him/her the ability to self regulate his/her own needs and wants. Just my thoughts.

 

[mattgrizzlybear]

i use a strip light and it works great! Its really up to you. also listen to jacqui, he knows his stuff!

 

[Elcon]

What species and age?

For most species, good lighting in the day time is a plus. If you have a "forrest" type species, just make sure to offer lots of hides and shady areas, along with the added "daylight".

Cherry head hatched in jan they are about 2-3inc

 

[Jacqui]

I guess I am also curious as to exactly what kind of strip lights your thinking/asking about. I use some of the ones sold as plant lights or for kitchens. They give low light, but not the high intensity of the usual UVB lights in the domes.