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UPDATE: So my Solarmeter came today, and as predicted, the readings were too low. I've ordered a new HO bulb, but will my tort be ok for a few more days without much UV?
Also, it's my understanding that I need to strive for 3.0-3.4 for my RT, but what reading would be the limit before it becomes harmful? I run the UV 13 hrs a day and I don't want to overdo it.
When I tried readings of 5.5 on my baby Radiated Tortoises, the tortoises tried to get away from the light. They literally lined up along the sides of the enclosure as far from the direct light as possible because they got too hot. Using 3.3 readings, they get under the lights and bask normally, so I would try that reading and gradually increase it as the tortoise gets larger. Or don't bother to increase it and just leave it the same, because I think it (3.3) is a very good amount of UV for most tortoises.