lighting

I would like to use LEDs for lighting as they last much longer and make no heat, however I don't know if i can just use any. I was looking at using an USB swing arm one and wondered if it would be fine. If possible id like it outside the enclosure too.

So I have recently got another larger enclosure for one of my pythons, and I'm just curious on wattage with the bulbs since this will be the biggest build I have done so far, I haven't really had issues getting temps correct so far but in previous builds I have messed up and got to small or to...

Hey all. My snake's lights are on their way out and I am wondering if snakes need UV lighting in their enclosure? Can I get a Bunnings light that will do the same/similar job? Currently using Zoo Med Reptisun 22" 10.0UVB. Can I get anything similar at Bunnings for less than $60 for one...

Hi, I’m trying to set up the heating for my enclosure before my snake arrives but I’m having trouble and am stressing about it. She will be roughly 4mo, childrens python. She will be in a 7.9L click clack with aspen, leaves and two hides and a water dish. At first I got a heat mat, last...

Hi again guys. I’m currently using a 75w infrared exo terra bulb in a small light dome. Tank is the 45x45x60. With 3 baby green tree frogs in it. The tank is bioactive so there is often moisture around. I’m getting some good temperatures however I would really like to add a thermostat so I...

Hi All, I'm about to setup a forever home for my 15 Month old Wheat Belt Stimson's Python, ill only be using the x2 light fixtures in the middle opposed to the x4 usable along the entire light array. I have a ExoTerra 26W Natural Light 6700K UVA CFL & an ExoTerra 26W 150 UVB CFL (UVB 10.0) i...

Hi just wanted to get an idea of what lighting brands are good to use. As I started I purchased reptile one lamps and bulbs for my day lights and infrared lighting. I thought I as being smart in purchasing them in bulk at the time but I have the bulbs don’t last long and occasionally they come...

Im about to change from a coil Uvb light to a tube light for a new 100cm tank. What strength should I purchase and how long should it be? 60-80cm? Any recommendations? For a pygmy beardie 5 months old.

Hello! I’m looking to own a Darwin python (I have found my breeder) and I just want to get some suggestions for best substrates and best heat lamp/mat arrangements. I have read up a lot about each subject but I’m just not too sure what to do. I’m not too sure on what light set up to have. I’ve...

Hi everyone, I'm looking at thermostat options for when my hatchling Diamond moves into his more sophisticated enclosure. I'll want a thermostatically controlled (heat and time) 60W reflector lamp, and a fluorescent light on a timer. Is there anything that can do all this? Or will I be...

Hello! I've just transferred my coastal carpet python (yearling) into a new enclosure that's about 1.5 metres high with a UV light at the very top. Although there's plenty of room to be at a reasonable distance from the light, she is pressed right up next to it, facing it. Is it possible for...

hey all! I am a first time snake owner, and I have just acquired my little Stimmy yearling. I was just wanting to ask a few questions, as I am starting to doubt if the heating and lighting is the best for him, and it’s causind me to panic a lot! The enclosure I have for him has got two...

Hi everyone I'm selling a new range of Brand new Heat globe's that r suited for all Reptile's, Frogs ect. ALL GLOBES ARE BRAND NEW IN A BOX These globes r fantastic n provide the right source of heating & lighting for all Reptile's & Amphibians GLOBES AVAILABLE! OZ Purple Nocturnal heat...

Hi everyone I'm selling a new range of Brand new 10.0 UVB & heat globe's that r suited for all Reptile's, Frogs ect. ALL GLOBES ARE BRAND NEW IN A BOX These globes r fantastic n provide the right source of UVB lighting for ur Reptiles ect. 10.0 UVB lighting globe's $20 EACH ALL THESE UVB...

Would this be a good idea to have a heat globe in one and a UV light in the other? https://www.bunnings.com.au/arlec-150w-compact-twin-security-flood-light_p4370626

Hello guys, tomorrow is the day. I pick up my beauty and start everything. Now I have everything I know I need, even bought "Keeping Childrens Pythons by Greg Fyfe & Darren Green" to have a read etc. All I struggle to understand is what exactly all the different coloured lights do and which...

Hello, i'm new to the reptile world and im interested in the diamond pythons and i have some questions regarding lighting/heating. 1) what should i do regarding lights during the night? do i turn them off or leave them on? 2) I've been reading and its says that its best to have a globe that...