20-06-2014, 03:26 PM | #1 |
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I need some box turtle help please.
I have ten boxie eggs in my incubator, and at least seven are fertile.
My question is, how can I keep the hatchlings (once they are six months old) warmed through the night in Winter? I don't want to use a viv, I would prefer to use an open topped enclosure. I know I can use a heat mat, but what sort is best? I have found a water proof matt, but not sure if they work or not. Or would an ordinary heat mat work? Are thermostatically controlled heat mats any good? I hope Dan can help, or of course anyone else that has boxie knowledge.
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A CHE at night should do the trick Sandy. I also found my hatchlings were more active without a bright light on them, so just room lighting and the CHE during the day should help them be more active. You can add a UVB light after 6 to 8 months. Make sure before that you supplement with vitamin D3.
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Thanks very much Dan, that has helped me a lot. I shall probably be asking more if and when the eggs hatch. I did have one hatchling last year, and I have struggled a little. But she is doing well. I just wanted to be better prepared this time.
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Hi Dan
I know nothing about CHE's, do they come in different heats? If so what sort of temperature one would I need?
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They do come in different wattages just like light bulbs. You can also use a thermostat on them so that is very helpful. 22C at night is fine and 29C during the day is fine also.
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Thanks again Dan, all very helpful.
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