Stormy Rose
New Member
I am currently planning my indoor tortoise enclosure for an adult Hermann or Russian tortoise.
It is going to be a 50 gallon rubbermaid tub, and I would like to use the 100w Mercury Vapor Bulb..I understand that they get really hot, and am concerned about using one with a ceramic clamp dome fixture as it may melt the plastic.
Any suggestions for using MVBs in a 50 gallon rubbermaid tub for an adult tortoise?
I don't want to use the standing mount as I have a cat who would likely knock it over..
Also, what is a safe distance from the tortoise to not over heat the basking area?
Thanks!
Also, any suggestions on 50 gallon tub setup would be appreciated!
It is going to be a 50 gallon rubbermaid tub, and I would like to use the 100w Mercury Vapor Bulb..I understand that they get really hot, and am concerned about using one with a ceramic clamp dome fixture as it may melt the plastic.
Any suggestions for using MVBs in a 50 gallon rubbermaid tub for an adult tortoise?
I don't want to use the standing mount as I have a cat who would likely knock it over..
Also, what is a safe distance from the tortoise to not over heat the basking area?
Thanks!
Also, any suggestions on 50 gallon tub setup would be appreciated!