water/humidity question

[KendraA]

Hi all,
Wallace, my seven-month-old beardie, is gearing up for his first Minnesota winter! We get very very dry winters here, not only because all the moisture freezes out of the air but because the heater dries the air in the house even more. I know beardies are native to a semi-desert climate and so don't need much humidity, but I'm wondering if in winter it might be beneficial to have a water dish in his cage for a little boost. I've heard that beardie fountains, which simulate running water, can actually entice them to drink, too. He's great about eating his misted veggies and gets daily baths but I don't want him to get dehydrated during the dry season. Thoughts?

 

[Taterbug]

If you want the water dish to contribute meaningfully it needs to be on the warm side. Unless there are ventalation or humidity problems to start with a water dish shouldn't contribute much humidity if placed on the cool side.

Other options could include misting the warm side in the morning or occasionally. Or a room humidifier - might help you stay more comfortable too.

 

[Drache613]

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