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Monthly Archives: October 2022
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Posted: October 24, 2022
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Posted: October 18, 2022
Read more »Lighting guide for Greek tortoises
Our Greek tortoises are also cold-blooded reptiles and therefore need a lot of
- UV light
- bright visible light
- warmth
In their natural habitat - in the Mediterranean area - the solar radiation is much more intense than here in Central Europe. Especially north of the Alps, the solar radiation is far too low, even in summer. Due to the flatter angle of incidence, the sun's light has to take a longer path through the atmosphere - which therefore acts like an enlarged filter. Heat and UV radiation is therefore lost. While an average solar radiation of 200 watts per m² is reached in the Mediterranean region, the maximum in Central Europe is 110 watts / m². Compared to the Mediterranean region, summer here is simply too short, too humid and too cold. However, a sufficiently high temperature and UV radiation is essential for the survival of tortoises.
Due to low temperatures and wet and cold environment, these reptiles do not reach the necessary...
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Posted: October 17, 2022Read more »
The ideal lighting for aquatic turtles
Welcome to Reptiles Expert! Here you will find valuable information on the ideal lighting for aquatic turtles. All species (including ornamental turtles) are fascinating reptiles that have special lighting requirements. One crucial component is UVB lighting, which is essential for the animals' vitamin D3 synthesis. In this article, we present a recommendation for terrarium lighting.
UV metal halide lamps - the basking spot your tortoise needs
Modern UV metal halide lamps with electronic ballasts are the best choice to meet the needs of your aquatic turtles. These lamps not only provide the essential UVB light for vitamin D3 synthesis, but also heat and visible light. Here are the benefits in detail:
UVB light:
UVB rays are essential for aquatic turtles as they enable the production of vitamin D3 in their skin. This vitamin is crucial for the absorption of calcium, which in turn is essential for bone and shell health. Diseases such as rickets or a soft...
