Another UVB Question...

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Reformed1989

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Good evening. I'm new here, however I have learned a lot already! So thank you.

I have about a 5 week old little guy (maybe?) in a 20 gallon tank - 12 inches high. It has a mesh top. Reptisun 10.0 18 inch T8 in a Reptisun reflector hood. I know the mesh block a lot of the power, but does the reflector help to negate the weakening affects of the mesh? Should it be mounted inside?

The highest basking spot for now is around 4 inches. Def
make that higher?

He is not eating much. He is starting to shed (His tail and feet are white) and has only been home less than a week. He is active and extremely alert.

Thank you! I know similar questions s are asked all the time. I could not find one with my exact situation.

Never had a baby this young...lol
 

CooperDragon

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The T8 should be OK but I'd build access so he can get to within 6'' of the bulb if he wants to. When you build a larger tank for him I would switch to a T5.
 
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