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    Is this one bulb all I need?

    Update: Nevermind, I was actually able to find it in my local store! So, problem solved. Thanks everyone! I finally understand what I need for lighting haha. I hate to be repetitive, but seriously, the advice really helped. :)
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    Is this one bulb all I need?

    Ah, I see. Thanks for telling me that haha. And thanks for the link, that's perfect. The stores around me (and their sites) only sell the double version of that dome ( http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12465734&f=PAD%2FpsNotAvailInUS%2FNo ) so I guess I'll have to look around...
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    Water Dish in Enclosure or Not?

    Thanks everyone! Very helpful. Wasn't sure since it's a desert tortoise. I will put some shallow water in.
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    Is this one bulb all I need?

    Thank you everyone for the warm welcomes and great info! My sister recommended I check out this site and I can definitely see why. I think I will go with the 100w PowerSun. I have one more question about the fixture for it, though. Would this be sufficient...
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    Water Dish in Enclosure or Not?

    4 month old Russian, with 15-20 minute soakings every 2-3 days, should I still provide a dish of water in the enclosure or not? Cheers, Eleanor
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    Is this one bulb all I need?

    Hi Everyone! New to the forum here. I am hoping to own a Russian Tortoise soon, and have read almost everything I can on them. But there is one topic that still confuses me: Lighting. I know that they need heat for a basking spot and UV light. I was going to go with a basking bulb over the...
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