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Hello everyone, I am new to these forums. I will be getting a red footed tortoise on Sunday at the Kansas City Reptile Expo. I've been doing my research for the past few weeks on care, feeding, etc. I have my enclosure set up basically. It's a 45 gallon rubber maid tub, the substrate is a jungle mix which I keep quite damp to amplify the humidity. I have an easily accessible water bowl for him/her to soak in (and yes I will be giving the tortoise lukewarm baths), a flower pot that will act as its hide box. Now my question comes to the basking spot and uvb. I have read that they are necessary on some sites and others where you do not need them. I was under the impression that you should have a basking spot (it's 90-95 F). And also that you should have a uvb light. Is this correct? Or do I not need either of these? Please respond because when I do get my tortoise I want it to be as comfortable as possible Also if you have any other advice on the other characteristics of my enclosure or questions than please don't hesitate to ask or tell me Thank you for your time.