Hello! I had initially posted this in the "Tortoise Enclosures / Tortoise Enclosure Lighting" section but I figure coming directly to the source might be a better idea!
I am planning on getting a Russian tortoise within the next month or so and have some questions about the lighting I will need. I was hoping to get some opinions from the more experienced owners as to which set up they prefer.
I am currently deciding between two options:
1) a Zoo Med Powersun, 160 watts
2) a Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 Fluorescent UVB, 36" + a Zoo Med ReptiHalogen Heat Lamp, 100 watts
With both options I will have a low wattage ceramic heat emitter for night time and if needed, a second light to keep the enclosure bright. My tortoise enclosure is 33" x 41" and 16" high. Will these options be sufficient?
I live in Canada and wont be getting the tortoise until at least mid-September so it wont be able to be outside much until at least the new year.
Any input is welcome! Thank you
I am planning on getting a Russian tortoise within the next month or so and have some questions about the lighting I will need. I was hoping to get some opinions from the more experienced owners as to which set up they prefer.
I am currently deciding between two options:
1) a Zoo Med Powersun, 160 watts
2) a Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 Fluorescent UVB, 36" + a Zoo Med ReptiHalogen Heat Lamp, 100 watts
With both options I will have a low wattage ceramic heat emitter for night time and if needed, a second light to keep the enclosure bright. My tortoise enclosure is 33" x 41" and 16" high. Will these options be sufficient?
I live in Canada and wont be getting the tortoise until at least mid-September so it wont be able to be outside much until at least the new year.
Any input is welcome! Thank you