UV with reds

[FLINTUS]

So I remember Stells posted a while back that while having reds the enclosure did not have UV but they grew brillliantly. Has anyone else tried this then? Just interested to know-my lot have a CHE, a 100 w heat spotlamp and an Aracadia 160 W D3 Combined.

[FLINTUS]

Also, there is a keeper in the US who keeps egyptians without UV but supplements highly and he's getting perfect growth-an interesting thought perhaps?

[pagan queen]

I keep my 2 spur thighs without UV. I use supplements.

[Geomyda]

In association with Norfolk Tortoise Club

Welfare Conference
Tortoise Matters

Improving standards for captive chelonian in the UK

Kindly supported by Colchester Zoo
Saturday, 17th November
10.00am till 4.30pm (6 CPD hours)

Location: Colchester Zoo, Maldon Rd, Stanway, Colchester CO30SL

Stuart McArthur B Vet Med MRCVS
Stuart McArthur is one of the UK’s leading authorities on chelonian medicine and author of a number of veterinary books and journals. Stuart will be talking about the medical treatment of tortoises and turtles, illustrating his talk with case studies drawn from his veterinary experience.

Eleanor Tirtasana & Dillon Prest: Eleanor and Dillon organise and run Norfolk Tortoise Club, which has a thriving membership, and are active in working for, and promoting better care of captive tortoises in the UK. They will be introducing Tortoise Welfare UK, and discussing how the living standards of tortoises and turtles can be improved.

Frances Baines MA VetMB MRCVS: Frances is a retired vet and specialist in UVB Light. Frances will be talking about her research into the specific UV light needs of different exotic reptile species.

Henk Zwartepoorte: Henk is the curator of reptiles and amphibians at Rotterdam Zoo and is well known for his work with the Turtle Survival Alliance Europe (TSA Europe) and European Studbook Foundation. Henk will be talking about the importance of maintaining genetic diversity in reptiles, which could be achieved by developing a partnership between zoos and private enthusiasts, thus allowing healthy breeding colonies to be established.

Jane Williams MA BSc MSc: Jane organises and runs Tortoise South East and has been involved in chelonian welfare for over 30 years. Jane will be talking about her experiences in dealing with tortoises and the results of her research into keeping tortoises in Britain.

PC Andrew Long: Andrew is a local Wildlife crime officer, (Zoo Liaison) and has a keen interest in reptiles. Andrew will be giving a presentation on exotic animal crime.

£35 per person
Pre-book only inclusive of refreshments and lunch

There was an excellent lecture at this conference last November. For those that missed it:In association with Norfolk Tortoise Club

Welfare Conference
Tortoise Matters

Improving standards for captive chelonian in the UK

Kindly supported by Colchester Zoo
Saturday, 17th November
10.00am till 4.30pm (6 CPD hours)

Location: Colchester Zoo, Maldon Rd, Stanway, Colchester CO30SL

Stuart McArthur B Vet Med MRCVS
Stuart McArthur is one of the UK’s leading authorities on chelonian medicine and author of a number of veterinary books and journals. Stuart will be talking about the medical treatment of tortoises and turtles, illustrating his talk with case studies drawn from his veterinary experience.

Eleanor Tirtasana & Dillon Prest: Eleanor and Dillon organise and run Norfolk Tortoise Club, which has a thriving membership, and are active in working for, and promoting better care of captive tortoises in the UK. They will be introducing Tortoise Welfare UK, and discussing how the living standards of tortoises and turtles can be improved.

Frances Baines MA VetMB MRCVS: Frances is a retired vet and specialist in UVB Light. Frances will be talking about her research into the specific UV light needs of different exotic reptile species.

Henk Zwartepoorte: Henk is the curator of reptiles and amphibians at Rotterdam Zoo and is well known for his work with the Turtle Survival Alliance Europe (TSA Europe) and European Studbook Foundation. Henk will be talking about the importance of maintaining genetic diversity in reptiles, which could be achieved by developing a partnership between zoos and private enthusiasts, thus allowing healthy breeding colonies to be established.

Jane Williams MA BSc MSc: Jane organises and runs Tortoise South East and has been involved in chelonian welfare for over 30 years. Jane will be talking about her experiences in dealing with tortoises and the results of her research into keeping tortoises in Britain.

PC Andrew Long: Andrew is a local Wildlife crime officer, (Zoo Liaison) and has a keen interest in reptiles. Andrew will be giving a presentation on exotic animal crime.

£35 per person
Pre-book only inclusive of refreshments and lunch

[Geomyda]

Originally Posted by Geomyda

In association with Norfolk Tortoise Club

Welfare Conference
Tortoise Matters

Improving standards for captive chelonian in the UK

Kindly supported by Colchester Zoo
Saturday, 17th November
10.00am till 4.30pm (6 CPD hours)

Location: Colchester Zoo, Maldon Rd, Stanway, Colchester CO30SL

Stuart McArthur B Vet Med MRCVS
Stuart McArthur is one of the UK’s leading authorities on chelonian medicine and author of a number of veterinary books and journals. Stuart will be talking about the medical treatment of tortoises and turtles, illustrating his talk with case studies drawn from his veterinary experience.

Eleanor Tirtasana & Dillon Prest: Eleanor and Dillon organise and run Norfolk Tortoise Club, which has a thriving membership, and are active in working for, and promoting better care of captive tortoises in the UK. They will be introducing Tortoise Welfare UK, and discussing how the living standards of tortoises and turtles can be improved.

Frances Baines MA VetMB MRCVS: Frances is a retired vet and specialist in UVB Light. Frances will be talking about her research into the specific UV light needs of different exotic reptile species.

Henk Zwartepoorte: Henk is the curator of reptiles and amphibians at Rotterdam Zoo and is well known for his work with the Turtle Survival Alliance Europe (TSA Europe) and European Studbook Foundation. Henk will be talking about the importance of maintaining genetic diversity in reptiles, which could be achieved by developing a partnership between zoos and private enthusiasts, thus allowing healthy breeding colonies to be established.

Jane Williams MA BSc MSc: Jane organises and runs Tortoise South East and has been involved in chelonian welfare for over 30 years. Jane will be talking about her experiences in dealing with tortoises and the results of her research into keeping tortoises in Britain.

PC Andrew Long: Andrew is a local Wildlife crime officer, (Zoo Liaison) and has a keen interest in reptiles. Andrew will be giving a presentation on exotic animal crime.

£35 per person
Pre-book only inclusive of refreshments and lunch

There was an excellent lecture at this conference last November. For those that missed it:In association with Norfolk Tortoise Club

Welfare Conference
Tortoise Matters

Improving standards for captive chelonian in the UK

Kindly supported by Colchester Zoo
Saturday, 17th November
10.00am till 4.30pm (6 CPD hours)

Location: Colchester Zoo, Maldon Rd, Stanway, Colchester CO30SL

Stuart McArthur B Vet Med MRCVS
Stuart McArthur is one of the UK’s leading authorities on chelonian medicine and author of a number of veterinary books and journals. Stuart will be talking about the medical treatment of tortoises and turtles, illustrating his talk with case studies drawn from his veterinary experience.

Eleanor Tirtasana & Dillon Prest: Eleanor and Dillon organise and run Norfolk Tortoise Club, which has a thriving membership, and are active in working for, and promoting better care of captive tortoises in the UK. They will be introducing Tortoise Welfare UK, and discussing how the living standards of tortoises and turtles can be improved.

Frances Baines MA VetMB MRCVS: Frances is a retired vet and specialist in UVB Light. Frances will be talking about her research into the specific UV light needs of different exotic reptile species.

Henk Zwartepoorte: Henk is the curator of reptiles and amphibians at Rotterdam Zoo and is well known for his work with the Turtle Survival Alliance Europe (TSA Europe) and European Studbook Foundation. Henk will be talking about the importance of maintaining genetic diversity in reptiles, which could be achieved by developing a partnership between zoos and private enthusiasts, thus allowing healthy breeding colonies to be established.

Jane Williams MA BSc MSc: Jane organises and runs Tortoise South East and has been involved in chelonian welfare for over 30 years. Jane will be talking about her experiences in dealing with tortoises and the results of her research into keeping tortoises in Britain.

PC Andrew Long: Andrew is a local Wildlife crime officer, (Zoo Liaison) and has a keen interest in reptiles. Andrew will be giving a presentation on exotic animal crime.

£35 per person
Pre-book only inclusive of refreshments and lunch

For those that missed this excellent Conference last November and the very informative lecture by Francis Baines I thoroughly recommend her website UV guide.UK.
She gave some fascinating information about the metabolism of Tortoises and the synthesis of Vit D.