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26-09-2010, 08:30 PM
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Hi Rach, I was thinking about getting a red light as well (for my tort that is, the recession hasn't hit that hard yet!) as it is starting to drop very cold during the night (around 15c according to the minmax thermometer). I am a bit uncertain now though, because I wouldn't want Ovid to be awake all night every night because of the red light
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26-09-2010, 08:32 PM
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I wouldn't worry Rach. If he can see some light I don't think it would wake or worry him. They sleep in daylight. Temps seem to wake, make them sleep, more than light xx
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26-09-2010, 08:33 PM
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I GOTTA find out the answer to this Nick!!
 ....xx**Glyn, thanks, just read your post, we posted at same time** I am still wondering though...it does bother me a bit as Nick says, dont want Lily awake all night due to the red light. Dont want him getting stressed not knowing what on earth it is... ..that is, if he CAN see it or not. Last edited by yuna1971; 26-09-2010 at 08:35 PM. |
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26-09-2010, 11:27 PM
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I've never been convinced that torts don't 'see' the red light bulbs, this is why I always use ceramics for night time heat supply. However, it wouldn't give off a glare to create daylight. I think it is a possibility thats he notices a difference in light levels when it comes on and off, but as it is a new thing he may get used to it.
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26-09-2010, 11:31 PM
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Why aren't torts supposed to be able to see red light?
Infra red I can understand, but why just not red light? Even if they don't see colour, they would still be able to see in red light surely? |
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26-09-2010, 11:32 PM
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Oh and I've heard my torts stomping around when its dark, so not sure whether its the light or not.
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26-09-2010, 11:33 PM
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27-09-2010, 08:15 AM
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He might have been looking about whether you had the red light or not. there is also a blue moonlight bulb available. are you sure a heat source is needed just now especially when he is inside a hide under hay? maybe they can see in the dark anyway, red bulb or not
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27-09-2010, 09:17 AM
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Zoo Med Nocturnal Infra Red Bulbs are designed to provide 24 hour infra red heat. They emit a minimal amount if light which is perfect for viewing your reptiles night time antics without disturbing his day and night cycle.
Nightlight Red Reptile Bulb True red glass for better heat transfer. Ideal 24 hour heat source for all types of reptiles, amphibians, birds or small animals. Very little visible light provided so as not to disturb your animals sleeping patterns. Found the above quotes, hope they help x
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27-09-2010, 11:36 AM
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rach did you get your red bulb from an Amsterdam based website? if so the they could be the wrong type
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