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  1. W

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    What is the appropriate temperature for Russian Tortoise hatchlings? I've read so many different things and I'm not sure. I use a 100 watt bulb for a 55 gallon container. My thermostat is showing 110 degrees, sometimes 115. If this is too high, what is the best way to lower it?
  2. W

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    I am please to announce that my Russian hatching arrived safe and alive. I do have a question that I can't seem to get a clear answer. At night when I go to bed, am I suppose to turn off the heat lamp and leave on the UVB lamp? Or is it the other way? Some say leave both on and some say leave...
  3. W

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    Thanks. I needed that reassurance. This is my first tortoise and I already feel like he is my child. Thanks again.
  4. W

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    Hello everyone. My name is William, and I am eagerly waiting for the arrival of my Russian Tortoise hatching. He was suppose to arrive today, but shipping was delayed by one day. I am a little nervous about him being late. My fingers are crossed.
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