Recent content by Rodeojones

Thanks for the info. I actually already got a cat proof top for it. Found it at PetSmart (or Petco, can't remember). Instead of a screen top with a plastic frame, this one is all metal. Even the mesh is metal and welded to the frame as opposed to fitted into a groove like the screen version...

We're all pretty excited to have him back. And I can't wait to see my students again after this break to tell them the good news. He's doing great. And I should have mentioned that while the cats definitely broke into the enclosure, I'm not sure they actually did anything to him. It's entirely...

Hey everyone, do I have a story here! Six weeks ago I picked up my first ever beardie. My plan was to bring it to my classroom once he got used to his new enclosure and I got used to taking care of him. Two days after getting him, while the family and I were at work/school, my cats broke...

Thanks for the recommendation. I was looking at that one earlier actually. I'll add it to my order. Thanks to everyone who has taken a moment to answer my questions. You've all been very helpful. I shared pics of the dragon with my class today. We've narrowed the name down to Pumpkin, Gojira...

I got this exact bulb, per recommendations above. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AQU8HAO/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=APUR2MHW28P9F&psc=1 Just wasn't sure about what the fixture required. I'll look around, unless you or someone else has a specific model you think I should use. Thanks.

Length of what? My enclosure? It's a 40 gallon until, so 32 inches long. Is that what you're asking?

I ordered the T5. Any recommendations for a fixture. It looks like any florescent light fixture will work. Should I get something with reflection to increase output? Does it sit on the mesh screen, or is it recommended that I mount it inside?

Ah, I see. This is the one I have. It's definitely the CFL version. https://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-ReptiSun-Compact-Fluorescent/dp/B00A8RHTYU/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=reptisun+10.0+uvb+bulb&qid=1570990989&sprefix=reptisun&sr=8-4 I assume this is what I want instead, with some under the counter...

Karrie, thanks for the info. My UVB bulb actually is a ReptiSun 10.0, so it appears I'm good there. I'll get some super worms, fresh veggies, and BSFL. Additionally, the dish I I have already has a decent lip, so I think keeping critters from crawling out shouldn't be a problem. I've noticed...

Thanks for the replies. My setup is the Zoo Med 40 gallon enclosure, so the basking light and UVB light are what come in that kit. If you suggest different bulbs, please let me know. The woman said he was probably around 4 months old, so that's a good guess. I got everything via a grant from...

Hey everyone, just picked up our first ever beardie yesterday. I'm a middle school math and science teacher, so the plan is to eventually have him (her? not sure yet) live in my classroom during the school year. But until I get used to caring for it, I'm keeping him at home. Couple feeding and...