Ok so what is in the dome closest to pic? Is it a coil UVB? If it is please replace w/ this
Which
UVB light should I use?
The best UVB light is a ReptiSun 10.0 fluorescent tube HO (Or Arcardia 12% in the UK). Compact or coil bulbs do not emit the proper amount of
UVB light for a bearded dragon, and should not be used. Other brands, such as the Zilla Desert Series and ReptiGlo have been known to cause eye problems and other health issues with bearded dragons, and should be avoided. The reason that some UVB lights (Zilla, ReptiGlo, coils/compacts, ect.) are considered dangerous is because the wavelength of UVB that they emit is shorter and more intense than the wavelength of the "safe" lights (ReptiSun, Arcadia). UVB lights should be replaced every 6 months. The T5’s are a strong bulb and only need to be replaced once a year – the T 8 every 6 months--- where as the T 8 are not as strong—they need to be placed inside the tank the T 5 10.0 bulb approx 12-15 inches from basking spot – the T 8 approx 6-8 inches from basking spot—the cover needs to be off the bulb for full effect of the UVB rays-- this is the issue for not pooping ---this plays a huge role in digestion of the food and preventing MBD --- you can get some textured non adhesive shelf liner from Home Depot or Lowes for your flooring --- its cheap and easy to clean w/ vinegar/water in a spray bottle 50/50--- your little one should be pooping every day --- so my guess you need to have basking temps 105-110 taken w/ a infrared heat gun or digital probe --- NO stick ons - totally inaccurate -- you will need to upgrade your tank here soon -- they need floor space --- please get rid of the heating pad -- beardies heat from the top not their tummies --- if you need extra heat in the tank I would upgrade the basking bulb and make sure you get a temp w/ the ones I mentioned or you can get a CHE ceramic heat emitter but I would not do that till you get a accurate basking temp- temps can go as low as 60-65 at nite and need to be 80's on cool side for the day --
Karrie