can a reptile like a ball python or a bearded dragon lay directly on this without getting burnt?
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My Bearded dragon frequently lays on it, especially after a large meal or if chilled. Often at night sleeps next to it.
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no this cage is more suited towards tropical lizards and the like. Bearded dragons usually go for glass encloser that's wider than tall. And sand in the bottom.
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It depends on what you are using it for. I like the rock better for my situation. I can adjust the temperature of this so that it does not burn my snake. But a under the tank style heater is not a bad option. You will just have to make sure that the heat can make it up through the substrate (ground) you have in the tank. Basically it is all preference.
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I've been using these for years. I have six running on tortoises right now. You need ceramic fixtures with metal clamp light domes. The domes will direct the heat and the fixtures won't melt.
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They are not suitable for a heat lamp in any form for reptiles.. The light spectrum is way off. Buy a dedicated Lamp. Trust me you will have a happier lizard..
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It says on the back of the box that the rock surface temperature is 100-110degree F and should feel warm to the touch. This one has a Repti Temp Control which allows you the choice of adjusting the rock heaters surface temperature by turning the dial to low, medium, and high. With us being in winter, I currently have ours set between low and medium and it works great. Our chinese water dragons love it! Great product! Definitely worth it to us for our dragons. I would advise against any heat rock that does not have a adjustable repti temp control for it can burn the bellies of your animals. Even with this adjustable one you need to place on the rock a washcloth and let the heat rock heat up to the temperature as they recommend then put a thermometer on it to check the appropriate temperature you need for your specific animal. Always check with a veternarian when in doubt on temperature needed for your animal. Some may guide you against heat rocks all together, but with common sense, reading the instructions and getting the right temperature the repti temp control ones wilth adjustable heat levels are working out great for us. We did alot of research before buying and this was our decision on this one. Good luck to you, hope it works out for you as well for your animals.
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I had a ball python before he was a baby and got to 4 ft then friend crushed him in recliner, my snake like the sand and I placed the rock in the tank on the sand the snake decided when to get on it plus a reptile lamp was used on top of cage. Use to change out tank once every two months as far as sand it was free from beach love da south lol
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The slider portion hooks into the tracks where the screen would slide in, and is 12 deep, it comes with a screen that fits in behind it but makes it very hard to move around. If you have the heavy metal top it would be fine sitting on top, if you have the mesh its going to be to heavy. I'm not sure what kind of reptile you have and if you have to worry about them escaping but I have a tortoise and use it without the mesh behind it. I love it, it works wonderfully and has made daily tasks in his enclosure so much easier. Its worth every penny and I'd buy it again with out a second thought.
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These are not good for bearded dragons. They don't sense heat from underneath very well and these heaters are considered unsafe for them.
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Yes you can set them on top and yes the UV rays will reach the reptile but make sure you check the average distance to where the reptile will be since the intensity varies quite a bit the further away the bulb is.
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sorry, ohio jack---i gave it as a gift and the last i saw of it it was still in its original coiled shape. it was intended to pose in a cactus garden out in northern colorado. i would have to inquire from the recipients about whether the snake is poseable/flexible. i just assumed that they could stretch it out among the cactus plants. mary r in sc
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Dino.We use ours on a 40 gallon tank but measure to be sure. It is a great hood. I doubt your snake could lift it but you could add weight. The screen slides out for access and is very secure
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It's not very tall. Great for a bearded dragon. Will work for a python but not the best display.
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Nah not really. These are primarily for old world chameleons which require misting and drip systems but the humidity must be able to leave to avoid mold . Ive always seen Bearded dragons In a big 55 gallon aquarium , you want to stick to wood or glass to keep the heat in, that's a desert type terrarium
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It should be good as long as you are able to keep your dragon at a safe distance so as not to sustain burns and he/she has a cool side to the setup as these bulbs get super hot! I use these bulbs with chameleons and tortoises. On a side note, if you can afford it, look into getting Arcadia bulbs. They are the best!
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The screen and its frame are made of metal. The screening itself is rigid and fairly sturdy, not like window screening. So long as the lighting fixture is not excessively heavy, putting a lighting fixture on top of the screen should be fine. Make sure you allow adequate space for air to circulate and heat to escape, and make sure you allow the lizards within to have a heat gradient so they can choose whether they want a cooler portion of the tank or a warmer portion to thermoregulate.
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My answer would be a "Yes". Though my Tortoises only use this box during summer months but a heat lamp would not hurt the metal grates on this T House.