I've had Raja for just about a year now; love the little torty. Unfortunately, I will be moving for work and will not be able to care for him/her anymore due to an increase in the time I will be working. I made a custom enclosure that would go with Raja. Not looking to make any money, just cover...
I’m using fluorescent tubes 6500k(two) and one heat/uvb basking flood light, and a Che Hester hooked up to a thermostat. The fluorescent bulbs are on all day, the basking light comes on for around 6 hours. I get mid 90s during the middle of the day and the temp outside is only going to get...
I have the thermostat but even still the temp rises and stays around 90+, id like to keep it around 85. This enclosure is in my garage so the outside temp gets very warm during the summer and even though everything shuts off when it hits 83 the temp keeps rising.
Hey everyone, so I just wanted to see if any of you have made cooling systems for your closed chamber enclosures as mine is starting to hit 90-95 degrees and I want to make sure it doesn’t go above that as the days get hotter. I also don’t want to lose humidity so if you have any suggestions I...
I just ordered and received an Indian star tortoise from Will, truly a stress free process! Will is super knowledgeable and was willing to answer all of my questions, he made delivery date changes quickly and always responded promptly. I would hands down recommend him to anyone in search of...
It seemed perfect until the last two ingredients... I’m just going to go to Home Depot and get the sphagnum moss (I think that’s what it’s called) and some orchid bark if they have it.
I’ll double check in the morning, but that’s what it said... I also questioned that when I poured it in. If it isn’t, I’ll replace.
I’ve been hunting for orchid bark but no one sells it where I’m at... and it seems as though the forum has conflicting feelings when it comes to substitutes.
Alright, done until I get my infrared bulb and thermostat stuff.... should be ready to test levels on Monday and receive my Tort on Tuesday!!!! Building hides and adding plants tomorrow.
Just finished mounting the plexi glass... forgot to get nuts to cap the screws... guess I’ll get that sorted tomorrow... next up, cleaning and lining. I am also going to fill it with organic garden soil. It’s starting to look done!
Let there be light!!!!
I used hooks:
First light:
Basking light:
I will be putting in an infrared heater and two different temp probes/ controls when they get here.
I am working on the plexi glass doors now. Will post when done.
Debating on how exactly I’d like to hang the light fixtures and wiring so no picture today. Hopefully I will have this entire thing done and tested by Monday
Just an update from yesterday, I put the final layer of rubber coating down as well as the first coat of grey paint on the outside of the enclosure. I’ve also settled on an Indian star tortoise so I will be getting substrate and everything else dialed in shortly. Today’s task will be lighting...