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[DeardedBragon]

Hello, I'm going to be getting a bearded dragon in the near future, and have been setting up the terrarium.

The above image is how I have the terrarium set up. Is there anything that I need to change to the setup?

 

[Permutation]

That looks great

What UVB and heat bulbs do you have in there?

 

[DeardedBragon]

Thank you so much! I have a 100 watt house bulb for the basking bulb, and a reptisun 10.0 for the UVB bulb.

 

[Permutation]

That is a great UVB bulb, we use those with our dragons.
I have never used a 100 watt house bulb for heat though so I would make sure that your basking spot temperature is reaching 100 Fahrenheit, if it is then thats great

Also might I ask what size tank you have?

 

[DeardedBragon]

My tank is a 40 gallon I believe (36 x 18 x 16). The Temperature of the basking spot is usually 100-108, and I'm ordering a dimmer switch to better control it.

 

[Permutation]

Well everything sounds and looks right to me! This is what we have done with our Dragons, and they are all thriving. You are going to have one happy Beardie.

I will mention one thing, it is recomended to replace the UVB bulb once a year, because over time the UVB output becomes weaker.

Good luck with everything!

 

[DeardedBragon]

I have heard that about the UVB's and will make sure to do it. Thank you so much for your input!!

 

[Permutation]

You're welcome

 

[JessPets]

Is the UV a t5 or t8? t5s can go up to a year without being changed, but t8s need to be replaced every 6months.

 

[DeardedBragon]

It is a t8. I've seen some people say the UVB in t8's can last around 8 months to a year, but I'll probably still replace it every 6 months just to be on the safe side.

 

[JessPets]

It is a t8. I've seen some people say the UVB in t8's can last around 8 months to a year, but I'll probably still replace it every 6 months just to be on the safe side.

While they do still produce UV after 6m, it quickly diminishes to less than what they will need, so, yeah, 6m is a good marker to replace. I actually just upgraded to the t5, as it will eventually save me a LOT of money, and it is better for the dragon. Now I only have to pay $20 a year in stead of $50 for UV.