Recent content by BotanicalStig

I had him under a t8 reptisun 10 in his 40 gallon baby tank. I might just go back to reptisun. Regardless, I'll let Todd know I seem to have a bad bulb. I haven't done a ton of reading lately, is the t5 version good, or should I find a new fixture for the tried and true t8? I also didn't know...

Hi everybody, I recently bought new bulbs for my beardie. I stuck with what has been working, and bought some more Arcadia 12% T5 bulbs. Since changing it out, Moose has been miserable. Hiding, closing his eyes, showing dark colors, refusing food. He'd come out to bask with his eyes closed for...

Hello everyone, I just noticed this today giving Moose his bath. Not sure what it is, it almost looks like he bit his lip and developed a sore as a human would. I'm not sure if I should be concerned or not. Does it look like he's ill or could he have given himself a minor injury somehow? His...

^I meant halogen floods, here's the bulb I've been using: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Philips-45-Watt-Halogen-Flood-Light-Bulb-134122/100539944#.UiAF0d7D_IU Compact fluorescents and LED's wont give off enough heat for a basking spot, these will :)

Incandescent-screw-type-halogens (as they're known in the scientific communities, that is :lol:) produce a boat load of heat while still conserving energy. I have a 45watt philips brand on a dimmer to keep my basking spot cool enough. Of course, if you'd like, reptile specialty bulbs surely...

A dimmer switch so you don't have to keep buying light bulbs.

Dogs do in fact carry salmonella, amongst quite a few other things beardies don't. Trust us when we say beardies are safe pets. As long as you clean up their poop (before they get bored of hiding from it and step all in it, that is :lol:) they won't transmit salmonella to you. Just keep their...

I got lucky with the grapevine, it's hard to find such great pieces honestly. I found the left side piece at lllreptile, which was great, but I about fell over when I found the other piece at petkingdom, they work *perfectly* together. It's actually the t5 12%. I've heard Todd is working on a...

THIS. As stated, your typical beardie is going to be cleaner than a dog, which most people wouldn't even think twice about touching. There really isn't much reason for concern. I understand not wanting to get sick, but as long as you keep a clean enclosure your beardie wont be covered in...

He's loving his new viv, he's been in it over a week now. His mood has really changed with the arcadia uvb. He has much more energy and he's been more explorative when he gets out. The viv is on the floor still so when he wants to go home he will dash right back in there :lol: Still waiting for...

The 105-110 two range is usually suggested for babies. Mine used to bask at 110 all day, but ever since that 7-8 month mark he started to prefer cooler temps. He prefers his basking spot around 100. Moose would bask under his cold LED until I turned his temps down. I'm actually toying with the...

He's only been under it for a week, but his colors are brighter and he's been more active. If you had any more specific questions about the bulbs email Todd from lightyourreptiles. He's a great guy, I had sent him an email late on a Saturday night regarding my order and I got his response within...

^There has been a fair amount of research on the safety of LEDs. Irritation and (worst cases) temporary blindness have occurred on tests with mice directly exposed to intense blue light for a number of hours. Suggesting that regular exposure to a household LED is a health concern is a bit of...

Since you're doing a 4ft long forget the Walmart fixture, that's best suited for a 40gb. IMO you should get a 3ft Arcadia t5 and a sunblaster fixture. I just installed a 4ft one in my new enclosure and it rocks. The fixture installs by drilling two brackets in the top of the enclosure and then...