I not only watch the videos, I don't skip ads. With some it's no big deal. With others, they are just way too long. If it's gonna play for 30 minutes or so, that's my commercial break to do something else until I hear your video come back. LOL
@@roxannaonuwa187 if it's a long ad, watching at least 30 secs of it will still count and award the full ad revenue. This way you can still help and get to the video faster.
Your last UVB video was what inspired me to get a solarmeter of my own, and yeah, they aren't cheap.... but keeping reptiles was never advertized to be a cheap hobby. I took the mystery out of it, got the solarmeter, and man, it really changed everything for me.... and totally, um, shed light on why my dragons were acting one way or another. Thank you for doing this follow up video. We've all ran on bad information until we found better information, s'all good. There is a lot of dignity in changing one's mind upon the discovery of better information. All reptile owners are in the same big community trying to help each other out. Nice work on this video!
I have tube lighting, t5 10.0 on tight mesh and my bearded dragon seems to be not as energetic, is that how you're dragons were acting before you changed your lighting? I'm thinking of switching to a CFL now after watching this
@@trishaspear8981 It wasn't a lack of energy, it was more like he couldn't see certain colors... green seemed to throw him off. His food was green and he kept missing it with his tongue, and his hammock is green. He would look above and under it several times before trying to find it with his hand.... THEN he'd try to jump up on it. Eventually he just hid in his cave until I changed the bulb. That's when I ordered a solarmeter.
@@chickensdontsurf oh wow, and ya I think mine is getting to little UVB , he sits about ten inches away from it cause of a branch but he likes the hammock in the corner😅
@@chickensdontsurf As far as food is concerned, I make sure to put them in a small white dish or plate. That reduces the problem of them not seeing any color bc then there is a contrast between the food and the dish to help them see it. One of ours started exhibiting a lack of depth perception and impaired vision going after things on his own. We were concerned enough, we were gonna take him to a vet. I kept observing then discovered he was shedding around his eyes. It wasn't immediately visible, but was interfering with his vision.
Don’t apologize for “longer” videos...I don’t think any of us who love and support you and what you do would mind, and yes...that’s just “my” opinion 😊 The fact that you are factual and use facts, means you are the right one to take proper advice from, so thank you and if your videos were an hour long, I’d still watch them👍🙏🏼🐉🐸
I work at a pet store and I always like to get new info from my customers and almost all of the professional reptile keepers always told me not to use cfl bulbs but I never asked how come just took their word for it smh😔 I'm glad that I found your channel that proved them wrong with EVIDENCE!!!! I'll be referring my serious reptile customers to your channel so you my friend are awesome and honest
Thank you so MUCH for taking the time to toroughly explain and educate us WITH the use and show of the UVB meter. For all us out there who realise how important that thing is, but just have no funds for it.. right now ..:) I watched yt and read so much for hours and hours for lighting information, and asked in a lot of stores (not so helpfull) and this is BY FAR the best and most elaborate info I could find. Also big thanks from my 2 baby testudo hermanni boettgeri's and all the other captive reptiles im sure too! (Excuse my grammar Im from the Netherlands)
I can’t wait for the day I get a reptile of my own. It won’t be until I have my own place since my parents don’t want one in the house which won’t happen until I finish university and can support myself on my own. I want to get to a point where I can give my future reptile the best life they could have :)
My mom was absolutely abstinent about not having a bearded dragon in the house. She was scared to death of her at the beginning…… Now cuddles with her every evening in the living room. Just saying.... your parents will probably get over it. 😉
@@Doomfreak90 was the same with my parents. They didn’t want any reptiles until the mum of someone i knew had a hatchling crested gecko i could have for free. My parents check on that gecko every morning and night and go up randomly to visit because she’s too dang cute not too. Same with my beardie, they love him as much as I do lol
I have used Solar Raptor HID lamps, and some mercery vapor lamps, those produce high and stable amounts of UVB and also heat. Very suitible for a reptile that needs a basking spot and a high amount of UVB. I have also used arcadia TL's, those also work, but you have to use them different.
I have been watching you since ripply's rescue. I love watching your shows and info. I want to get a monitor one day of my own. But waiting until i can give it more of my love and time. :) Im sharing to let you know i believe in your quality of info and dont mind watching slight content repeats. Because your animals are like online pets we can watch, for those who can't get there own. Keep up great work!
I accidentally found A1 Guy on his 1st video with Ripley. I'm a novice with beardies, but I was horrified by what shape she was in. He turned her sideways, and it knocked the breath out of me. I am amazed she made such great progress and a miraculous recovery.
@@roxannaonuwa187 was amazing! I particularly enjoy when he pauses for a breath before ripping into neglectful people. Want to see more vids... of everythinh(educating/correcting/good practices)
It’s crazy because I’ve looked at all the Tegu Talk forums, and I literally hear the complete opposite of everything. This guy is telling me but it’s weird because even seen visual proof still humans won’t believe.
You're my hero! I love finding out from you the real ways things are supposed to be done. For instance, everywhere I looked to compile a list of safe veggies & fruit for my dragons, all of them said no kale. Dark leafy greens such as mustard, turnip, collard did not go over well. I'm guessing bc they are tart. I even tried mixing them with other veggies, drizzled juice from fruit and bee pollen. Also, side note, one said something about calcium with vitamin D, would cause their internal organs to become calcified over time.
They say that about dark leafy greens because of oxyalic acid. Oxalates bind up calcium making it hard to be sure you are providing the correct ratio of calcium to phosphorus,, if that ration in their diet is wrong it can lead to Metabolic Bone Disease in a reptile. Sure you can safely feed leafy greens if you know what you are doing, and watching the ratios, most average reptile keeps don't have enough knowledge or think that shaking their crickets in calcium is all they have to do.
For adult dragons kale every now and then is fine, and it keeps really well in the fridge. I have read that it is a calcium binder, like the other commenter mentioned. Dragons are really picky and then tend to have their favorites, and you just have to work around that.
Example: They love watermelon, but the ratio isn't good. So, even if they will eat any of the greens for me, that's not a good choice either? I do give them a multivitamin and calcium with D. Crickets are for a treat, and when I need to give them vitamins. I am now giving them small soft brown nuggets, by Fluker's Crafted Cuisine Dragon Diet. They really like it, but are staying in their hides right now. This is the first winter our male has exhibited nesting behavior, but he will still come out for water, lay on his blankie looking out his window. If they come out to bask, I feed them. I was under the impression, the dry pellet food wasn't enough by itself and can cause health problems. As such, I was trying to add to their diet. I'm gonna have to go back and look at his videos of preparing food again. What about the calcium with D? Does that cause a problem with their health?
@@chickensdontsurf Kale actually isn't any worse then collard greens. It is spinach that is really really bad for dragons. It's level of oxalates is super high.
I’m so glad I came across this video. Whew… where do I even start! So here’s what happened to me when I was researching lighting. I was so scared that I was going to burn my bearded dragon or cause a UVB overdose. My set up came with a Reptisun 10.0 CFL. I had also bought a zoomed Reptisun 24inch T5 HO tube set up with a 5.0 UVB bulb and purchased a 10.0 bulb separately because of other videos I watched that said CFLs were bad for bearded dragons. I did so much research before buying our sweet little girl but when I got home I was really torn on which UVB would be appropriate for her 40gallon exo terra tank 36x18x18. I watched a video about bearded dragon lighting on Elles channel and she referred me to gnarly dragons channel where they measured the UVB of cfls and High output tubes with a Zoo Med Digital UV index radiometer and their readings ranged from 1-7 ,even as high as 12 for the T5 HO 10.0 bulb when just a few inches from the light. So I was for sure it would be too strong for my little 40gal tank. The height of the tank is only 18 inches and on the zoo med website it seemed like the 10.0 would be too strong for my tank set up since her basking area and log at it’s highest is about 6 inches from the screen/lights and obviously the lowest spot is 18 inches from the screen/lights. So to be on the safe side I was using the T5 HO 5.0 bulb in the 24inch, but she’s been having some digestion issues recently so I started searching RUclips again for answers and I came across your bearded dragon videos. I probably binge watched 7 or 8 before I came across this one lol. Any way, after watching this video I’ve installed the Reptisun T5 HO 10.0 tube light because I feel way more comfortable after seeing your readings. Thank you so much for making this video, I just subscribed!
You know you have made it when people ‘use’ your name and channel to get views for their channel. This is a good thing for your channel and I am glad you are correcting the information for folks for the health of reptiles in their care
These kind of videos are so needed, there is a lot of bad information. This is stressful, now I don't know what my bearded dragon needs, I've been using a T5 10.0 over a screen, now it seems it is not enough. He usually basks at 8" under that light...can I just leave that and put an extra CFL UVB?
That meter you're using says that it is a UVA/UVB (280-400nm) and provides UV Index measurement. The wavelength that animals need to convert light into Vitamin D is only in the UVB range which is 280-315nm. And the actual wavelength used to convert dihydrocholesterol to Vit D precursors is right around 290-295nm. If you stuck a blacklight (~365nm) in your enclosure and measured it with that meter it would show a non-zero UV index reading even though there was no UVB coming from that light. If you want to measure UVB specifically, you need something that is specifically designed for that wavelength range, not a meter that measures UV Index (which is designed for human sunburn protection.)
So true about not wanting the reptile to hide in its hide to get away from the UV! I want to see the animal! I'm sure everyone wants to see the animal they have. You're so good at giving the right info! I appreciate that you took the time to give all of the accurate info to the world of reptile keepers! Also could you show your face in one of your videos so we can know who we're listening to? 😉
I think he's not showing himself is bc: 1. Wants to keep the focus on the reptiles and educational info. 2. He doesn't want to be mobbed by fans if they see him out & about. 😁🦎🦎
I’m looking at using a CFL for my bearded dragon . I see 10.0 available with 13 watts and the 26watts does it really matter ? I would be using this in a 8 inch dome lamp with the Dagon about 10 inches away.
Reptile lighting is a process not a bulb. I stole that comment as I’m not a reptile lighting professional but I do know one through tons of research on this topic. His name is Bob Mac and he runs reptileuv.com. There is tons of scientific data on the website and he dedicated his professional life to better reptile UV lighting. I have no stake in what he sells but I can honestly say that I am able to go beyond a year plus, take my UV bulb to the Vet for testing and have it show very little loss.
Thank you so much!!! I really have problems with deciding which/how lights to use. I am planing on my first beardie setup and I am a totally beginner and there are so many different informations. So this helped a lot.
Hi, I saw the Lucky Herp Mercury Vapor Bulb box in the first few minutes of this video, but you tested a Zoomed Reptiglo. Can you tell if the Lucky Herp Mercury Vapor a good bulb?
In your video you show a MVB on top the mesh measuring 6 uvi at the floor. I just got a 1 1/2 year bearded dragon and 36x18x18 tank. Showing early signs of MBD in his front hands. Hoping to help him with better UVB , calcium, etc. So, would the 6 UVI be OK , or too much for the basking spot 13 inches from the light. I really dont want to hurt him with too much UVI . He will definitely have the cool side to get away from it.
Gonna use a lot of this information for my budgies, now if only I could find good info on their uvb exposure in the wild (currently have a 10.0 CFL mounted over their aviary flight cage since it's too dang cold to have them outside for a few hours)
@@Animal1Guycan't you please test it out for me? I don't have a solar meter and I want to get a UV source to my uro as soon as possible, and the 80W is the only one I found, I can't find ang other UV lamps where I live but a 15% T8 and compact coil ones, and I heard that those are kinda useless so an 80W MVB is my best option here
Hi I’ve watched some of your videos and was wondering if you could answer my question. About 6 months ago my beardie fell off one of his driftwood in his enclosure. He had broken his arm and paralyzed it and was in no obvious pain. He was eating correctly and digesting as he should. He was very active as always. Later on his paralyzed limb fell off and he was moving about as always. He again seemed to be in no noticeable pain and was acting just like he always had. In the last couple of weeks we have noticed shed buildup and what looks like scar tissue around where his arm was. All that is left is a little nub of bone that is surrounded by skin and scales. He has been weaker, less active, and eating less. On his belly there is what looks like dead scales. We have given him baths that seemed to help and helped him with the shed. As of yesterday he looks to be in discomfort and we are not sure what to do.
Mom's tank is 24x12x16 for her dragon Rueben who is approximately 2 - 3 months old. I'm trying to help. I purchased for Rueben the T5. After listening to this video, I'm beginning to have second thoughts. So with the size of the tank, the CFL bulb is considered the better choice. Correct? In addition, it now makes better sense to have a CFL over a T5 just because, as you indicated, Reuben really doesn't need every inch of tank lit up.
CFL allows you to control it better, but thats not a huge tank. Tube lights are normally bad when used in tanks that are over 3ft tall. But if you bought a tube that goes the whole length thats not good. you do want a low UVB area. but they make shorter 18in wide tubes.
@@Animal1Guy I am going to return the 24" for now. What is your recommendation for UVB for this size of a tank, whether it be tube or CFL? Please send link for purchase.
Great video man the solarmeter was absolutely and by far the best purchase I have ever made while keeping my baby's I have 10 lizards 4 leos and 6 beardies and 7 t's and I've bought all types and the one thing I always did was keep my uvb bulbs when I stopped using them bec i knew i eventually was going to buy the meter and god am i so glad i did i am actually getting ready to test all my old bulbs that I used for 6months to a year and then switched and I wud bet that atleast half of them will last me a shit ton of time left
Hello watch your videos and have a just a quick question for you. I have an atasuki tank 55x24x22 so it’s a decent size tank. Have a bearded dragon and trying to figure out the best setup. Would you recommend an Arcadia t5 14% or a 160watt mercury vapor bulb. This would be on top of mesh. Thank you for any advice.
If you plan do have an elevated basking spot about 10inches or more tall then the arcadia 12% is better, normally i like to have the basking spot on a platform higher making it easier to control temp and UVB
Yes the asking area is actually right at 10”. So do the Arcadia 12% under the mesh? Or on top? Skip the mercury vapor bulb. I have been experimenting with the mvb and the t5 14%. Just want the best for my bearded dragons. Have 3 of them. Thank you in advance.
Are you ready for some crazyness?? The 24" Tube light i bought specifically says on the description that at different distances it provides different levels of uv and to have climbing points for your beardies to climb up to. And replace every 6-12 months. MIND BLOWN!
So the CFL bulbs only emits UV straight down? Not sideways? Does that mean my 36x18x36" exo terra with 8x «laying» 25W CFL UVB bulbs in the exo terra bulb holder don’t emit enough UV for my daygeckos? I also have 1x 30W UVB 100 exo terra T8 bulb.
Hi this is off topic but my bearded dragon is shedding rn and has a clogged nose. She gets very uncomfortable whenever I try to remove it. What should I do? :(
I wish I could afford one of those uvb meters, 300$ here in Canada, so we definitely need the right info! I wish young inexperienced internet savvy know-it-alls would zip it if they really don’t know. I’ve done tons of research but it doesn’t always get it right, and stuff is always changing. I’m running mercury vapour bulbs right now, thinking of going Arcadia next cause of listening to experienced keepers. Another thing is watch multiple experienced keepers! Don’t just take the advice of one! If you’re finding similar info from multiple people you can base your setup with confidence
Arcadia is one of the best UVB lights you can get. Im not sure what is going to happen with these LED UVA/UVB bulbs I need to wait until next month so I can buy some and do the testing. The may change the UVA/UVB game But they dont do heat of course.
@@Animal1Guy Thanks so much! Where can I find those and can you buy the tube and fixture together or are they only sold separately? I'm looking on Amazon and I'm not finding the 18 inch bulb and fixture; only 24 inch and then it jumps down to 12 inch for "shade dwellers." Do they make an 18" with 20" reflector? 24" would hang off the ends of my tank quite a bit.
Wow I wish I didn't buy the fake news about the CFL. However, I have great numbers from my arcadia pro t5 12% through the mesh lid of a 3'x18"x18" tank. Trash your t8's, people and let the ads play through. Thanks for doing this video!
What about a vivarium? It has three glass sides, a glass top and bottom, and one plexiglass side for access and ventilation. How do you get proper UVB in there?
Phew, I had no idea reptile keeping was so complex! I gotta ask, how do you keep the lamps from melting the lid of the tank or the lamp they sit in? All that heat just seems to turn anything plastic or whatever into pudding from other videos I have seen (not your’s of course!).
Lizardguru is a B**** when I really needed help with my bearded dragon when I was newer with them.. She brushed me off and treated me like I was a terrible animal owner just because I RESCUED a bearded dragon that was dying in its current care with it's current owner.. btw I still have that bearded dragon and it's been over a year and he is thriving and his last two vet check ups were clean and couldn't have been better!!
@@roxannaonuwa187 Thank you!! Check us out on yt and ig MarquezFamilyReptiles and on Facebook we have a public group and a business page Marquez Family Reptile Breeder And Rescue
I'm glad someone is mentioning correcting lizardgurus advice because it seems to be some of the only mainstream advice on RUclips but hardly any of it seems backed up with facts, it seems more like she just regurgitated a lot of the outdated advice online (tho not all of it is bad) I have a t8 HO mounted inside thinking this was the safest thing to do, but I also have a platform log my beardie can climb on to get quite close to it (its the basking spot)- judging by the distance tested in your video with the t8 and the distance the platform in my enclosure is Im reasonably certain she's getting at least 3 up there so i think she's safe but man I wish I'd seen this sooner before building !
@@Animal1Guy it was actually your video that made me go back and think really hard on my setup- i ended up dropping $1000 today to commission someone for a whole new enclosure and it should be completed in a month- it will have the T5 built in with reflector instead of T8 (i was planning to upgrade anyway because my current is too small but this sortof really pushed me to finally do it) i just keep coming back to this video and seeing these results make me see the t8 just isnt going to cut it even if my beardie does get adequate uvb on the bask area- the gradient just drops off too hard throughout the rest of the setup the minute she moves an inch or two away :(
Thank you for making this video!!! I have been saying all this forever! So much misinformation out there. If you don't have a solar meter it's just guessing. MVBs are also my preferred UVB source.
idk if anyone's told you this before but at times your voice is very reminiscent of kevin mccurley's (except you actually know what you're doing and are giving your animals proper care)
So i rescued a beardie and Ive had him about a week and a half. He came with a tube uvb light and a heat lamp. We have since installed a ceramic heat emitter. Hes about 5 years old. Is there a way to kind combine heat and tube uvb and nix the heat lamp all together? Thank you for this video weve been researching and researcbing to make sure were doing the best by him. I am absolutely in love with him.
How old was the 10.0 t5 bulb at the end? I’m having so much trouble trying to figure out lighting. Gnarly Dragons did this same experiment (tested UVB in different situations) and got completely conflicting results for the 10.0 t5. HELP lol.. there’s too much misinformation on this topic and idk what to believe 😩
it was about 1 month old. Actually with t5ho tubes reflectors is the biggest part of them. Arcadia bulbs with there 3x reflectors is what I use and they put out amazing UVB, Doubledragon hotel did a video on reflectors, one of hers was installed wrong from the factory and was not reflecting uvb.
Reminded me of showing up to court with a public defender and he just met me and looking at my case because he has 40 other clients. Then prosecutor walks in prepared with all the proof (evidence) to everything there saying and they leave no argument left. I Rest My Case.
I’m planning on going full bio active for my boa (bci) I’m planning on using a mercury bulb for day and a deep heat projecting bulb for night. Would this be a good combo? im planning for a 5x2x2 kagez enclosure. Thinking about mounting the bulbs to the top with ceramic light fixtures put s cage around the bulbs. Would all this work?
Well, my linear tube puts out a 4.1 from 24 inches away mounted inside the enclosure in my mercury vapor bulb only puts out a 1.1 from his basking spot over the mesh 🤷♂️
I’m returning my t5 output for the mercury vapor due to the 24in not being able to fit the way I wanted For a baby tegu I should be good I have postponed my purchase just because I want to make sure everything is correct
So remember there are different kinds of MVB the best ones have the prismatic glass to help diffuse the strong UVB, the frosted ones also lower UVB output and the clear ones should only be used when very far away.
Curious to know your thoughts on giving bearded dragons outdoor time. We have a outdoor enclosure we built and for a couple months in the summer it gets hot enough here to put them outside for 2-3 hours of the day. Rest of the year is shit for lizards here in Canada unfortunately. Great video and thanks for clearing up the misinformation out there.
You said u like answering questions,So I bought this uvb light and I have a problem. I'm just now getting into bearded dragons and I'm trying to find a light for my enclosure about to select from Amazon but I really don't know nothing about it. It is a lucky herb 15.0 26w fluorescent UVB bulb. So I went to research it on RUclips or on Google and I can't find it one videos about it nowhere. I read the back of the box and I have a 4 by 2 by 2 it's made out of wood it has a screen top And I know that the screen top effects the UVB apparently it takes half of it away. So can you tell me everything about this bulb or give me some ideas. It'd be great if you would make a video on it😊Thanks I mean a video on the bulb because there isn't one nowhere on the internet 😮
I currently use a thrive 15 watt uvb desert tube , should I add a exo terra desert coil bulb for more ubv for my bearded dragon? I have it in a 40 gal exo terra.
hi just wanna ask, what if i get more of that ferguson zone than what is normal for a bearded? say BD is 3-4 right? but im emitting 7? does it do bad or its just okay? thanks!
He man do you have any tips to get a beard or to eat veggies without being force fed because after he had to get critical care he just won’t eat in his own
Do I need to put my mvb into a dome I have a 5 by 2 by 2 foot wooden viv for a beaded dragon I’ve had him since a baby he’s 1 1/2 years now and I’ve never had he bulb in a dome should I start ?
My dragon liked the vapor bulb way better than the tube uvb and separate basking light. He started going in the cool side to hide. Had him tested, he's parasite free but still hiding on the cool side. I had so many people come at me about the vapor light saying I need the tube light so got one. But I swear he hates it!
So confused with so many conflicting info’s and then I came across your video which makes sense to me, I have a new beardie in a 75 gallon enclosure with 2 vapor mercury bulb that is a 120 watt on the other side and a 100 watt on the other side, after watching your video I thought I myst have too much light? And I have one person told me that I actually still need to have a linear bulb there, so please if you see my comment please please help me, I am trying to give my bearidie the best I can, I thank you so much…
Keep in mind, pet/dept stores aren't necessarily beardie experts. In addition to this video, I would watch his other videos, especially when he is setting up a new domicile or rearranging a domicile. Fact check videos posted by others. 😁🦎🦎
The early CFL bulbs produced far too much UVC, causing eye damage, and eventually MBD. When using T5 and T8 bulbs(please stop using T8’s, very old bulb tech), you must use a good reflector. I personally would never use a CFL, and look forward to the new wave of UVB producing LED’s being produced.
Can you help me chose uvb and heat bulb for my baby savannah monitor on 80/40/40cm enclosure? Big mesh on top. I used 100w uva/heat bulb and 26w uvb 10. Then my baby savan gone after 3 days :((
This is actually why i have asked you if your were a reptile doctor!!!🤗🤗Your very informative and precise. And always have all the facts because you care about the well being of the reptiles. She should have had her information correct especially if she has a big following. She is doing no justice for any reptile by providing false information to hundreds of people. Thanks for saving and caring for all those animals.
@@Animal1Guy You should do an Asmr video with your beardies getting pampered lol ! You def have the voice for Asmr 💕 😃 and do you have any other social medias?
maaaan. i just bought a t5 high output for my juvenile bearded. guess imma use it and scrap it ;( . Currently using a 100w mercury with a 100w basking in a doulble. Id love your opinion if you could reach out.
Hello, I can thank you enough for this video. Do you by chance know anything about russian tortoises? Specifically what UV amounts they need? I just ordered a t5 cause that's what the FB group said to get lol but I think I'll be returning it. Thanks for all you do!!
The video was very informative. Do you think you can do a video on heating mats ? Also how's Miracle the dragon you rescued? Hugs and kisses to all the other dragons ❤❤❤
Me: does not have reptiles so I don’t need this info
Also me: watches entire video
thank you!
I not only watch the videos, I don't skip ads. With some it's no big deal. With others, they are just way too long. If it's gonna play for 30 minutes or so, that's my commercial break to do something else until I hear your video come back. LOL
@@roxannaonuwa187 if it's a long ad, watching at least 30 secs of it will still count and award the full ad revenue. This way you can still help and get to the video faster.
@@kittynamedbunny3936 Thank you!
Video Chapters:
*Bulb Tests & Breakdowns*
09:36 - CFL Bulbs
20:35 - T8 Fluorescent Tubes
28:18 - Mercury Vapor Bulbs
35:40 - Double Dome Fixtures
40:18 - T5 Fluorescent Tubes
*Bulb Myths Busted*
14:17 - CFL myth busted
22:44 - UVB myth refuted
25:50 - T8 and T5 myths busted
44:38 - T5 myth busted
thank you
Your last UVB video was what inspired me to get a solarmeter of my own, and yeah, they aren't cheap.... but keeping reptiles was never advertized to be a cheap hobby. I took the mystery out of it, got the solarmeter, and man, it really changed everything for me.... and totally, um, shed light on why my dragons were acting one way or another. Thank you for doing this follow up video. We've all ran on bad information until we found better information, s'all good. There is a lot of dignity in changing one's mind upon the discovery of better information. All reptile owners are in the same big community trying to help each other out. Nice work on this video!
I have tube lighting, t5 10.0 on tight mesh and my bearded dragon seems to be not as energetic, is that how you're dragons were acting before you changed your lighting? I'm thinking of switching to a CFL now after watching this
It could be to little or to much UVB if you see them low in energy. Best thing is to test the amount.
@@trishaspear8981 It wasn't a lack of energy, it was more like he couldn't see certain colors... green seemed to throw him off. His food was green and he kept missing it with his tongue, and his hammock is green. He would look above and under it several times before trying to find it with his hand.... THEN he'd try to jump up on it. Eventually he just hid in his cave until I changed the bulb. That's when I ordered a solarmeter.
@@chickensdontsurf oh wow, and ya I think mine is getting to little UVB , he sits about ten inches away from it cause of a branch but he likes the hammock in the corner😅
@@chickensdontsurf As far as food is concerned, I make sure to put them in a small white dish or plate. That reduces the problem of them not seeing any color bc then there is a contrast between the food and the dish to help them see it. One of ours started exhibiting a lack of depth perception and impaired vision going after things on his own. We were concerned enough, we were gonna take him to a vet. I kept observing then discovered he was shedding around his eyes. It wasn't immediately visible, but was interfering with his vision.
I love when you do educational content--the more people you educate, the fewer lizards wind up in need of rescue later.
thank you
Moral of the story. Do not say something wrong about reptile keeping or he will come for you
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Indeed! Duly noted and expected! 😁
Don’t apologize for “longer” videos...I don’t think any of us who love and support you and what you do would mind, and yes...that’s just “my” opinion 😊 The fact that you are factual and use facts, means you are the right one to take proper advice from, so thank you and if your videos were an hour long, I’d still watch them👍🙏🏼🐉🐸
thank you
I work at a pet store and I always like to get new info from my customers and almost all of the professional reptile keepers always told me not to use cfl bulbs but I never asked how come just took their word for it smh😔 I'm glad that I found your channel that proved them wrong with EVIDENCE!!!! I'll be referring my serious reptile customers to your channel so you my friend are awesome and honest
thank you!
Thank you so MUCH for taking the time to toroughly explain and educate us WITH the use and show of the UVB meter. For all us out there who realise how important that thing is, but just have no funds for it.. right now ..:) I watched yt and read so much for hours and hours for lighting information, and asked in a lot of stores (not so helpfull) and this is BY FAR the best and most elaborate info I could find. Also big thanks from my 2 baby testudo hermanni boettgeri's and all the other captive reptiles im sure too! (Excuse my grammar Im from the Netherlands)
happy to help!
I can’t wait for the day I get a reptile of my own. It won’t be until I have my own place since my parents don’t want one in the house which won’t happen until I finish university and can support myself on my own. I want to get to a point where I can give my future reptile the best life they could have :)
thank you
My mom was absolutely abstinent about not having a bearded dragon in the house. She was scared to death of her at the beginning…… Now cuddles with her every evening in the living room. Just saying.... your parents will probably get over it. 😉
@@Doomfreak90 was the same with my parents. They didn’t want any reptiles until the mum of someone i knew had a hatchling crested gecko i could have for free. My parents check on that gecko every morning and night and go up randomly to visit because she’s too dang cute not too. Same with my beardie, they love him as much as I do lol
I have used Solar Raptor HID lamps, and some mercery vapor lamps, those produce high and stable amounts of UVB and also heat. Very suitible for a reptile that needs a basking spot and a high amount of UVB. I have also used arcadia TL's, those also work, but you have to use them different.
true!
@@Animal1Guy Forgot to say, I liked the video, very useful and informative.
I have been watching you since ripply's rescue. I love watching your shows and info. I want to get a monitor one day of my own. But waiting until i can give it more of my love and time. :)
Im sharing to let you know i believe in your quality of info and dont mind watching slight content repeats. Because your animals are like online pets we can watch, for those who can't get there own. Keep up great work!
Awesome! Thank you!
I accidentally found A1 Guy on his 1st video with Ripley. I'm a novice with beardies, but I was horrified by what shape she was in. He turned her sideways, and it knocked the breath out of me. I am amazed she made such great progress and a miraculous recovery.
@@roxannaonuwa187 was amazing!
I particularly enjoy when he pauses for a breath before ripping into neglectful people.
Want to see more vids... of everythinh(educating/correcting/good practices)
I already knew I needed one of these but now you've proven its essential to do it right
it is!
It’s crazy because I’ve looked at all the Tegu Talk forums, and I literally hear the complete opposite of everything. This guy is telling me but it’s weird because even seen visual proof still humans won’t believe.
You're my hero! I love finding out from you the real ways things are supposed to be done. For instance, everywhere I looked to compile a list of safe veggies & fruit for my dragons, all of them said no kale. Dark leafy greens such as mustard, turnip, collard did not go over well. I'm guessing bc they are tart. I even tried mixing them with other veggies, drizzled juice from fruit and bee pollen. Also, side note, one said something about calcium with vitamin D, would cause their internal organs to become calcified over time.
They say that about dark leafy greens because of oxyalic acid. Oxalates bind up calcium making it hard to be sure you are providing the correct ratio of calcium to phosphorus,, if that ration in their diet is wrong it can lead to Metabolic Bone Disease in a reptile. Sure you can safely feed leafy greens if you know what you are doing, and watching the ratios, most average reptile keeps don't have enough knowledge or think that shaking their crickets in calcium is all they have to do.
For adult dragons kale every now and then is fine, and it keeps really well in the fridge. I have read that it is a calcium binder, like the other commenter mentioned. Dragons are really picky and then tend to have their favorites, and you just have to work around that.
Example: They love watermelon, but the ratio isn't good. So, even if they will eat any of the greens for me, that's not a good choice either? I do give them a multivitamin and calcium with D. Crickets are for a treat, and when I need to give them vitamins. I am now giving them small soft brown nuggets, by Fluker's Crafted Cuisine Dragon Diet. They really like it, but are staying in their hides right now. This is the first winter our male has exhibited nesting behavior, but he will still come out for water, lay on his blankie looking out his window. If they come out to bask, I feed them. I was under the impression, the dry pellet food wasn't enough by itself and can cause health problems. As such, I was trying to add to their diet. I'm gonna have to go back and look at his videos of preparing food again. What about the calcium with D? Does that cause a problem with their health?
Thank you for your responses. They are greatly appreciated.
@@chickensdontsurf Kale actually isn't any worse then collard greens. It is spinach that is really really bad for dragons. It's level of oxalates is super high.
I’m so glad I came across this video. Whew… where do I even start! So here’s what happened to me when I was researching lighting.
I was so scared that I was going to burn my bearded dragon or cause a UVB overdose.
My set up came with a Reptisun 10.0 CFL.
I had also bought a zoomed Reptisun 24inch T5 HO tube set up with a 5.0 UVB bulb and purchased a 10.0 bulb separately because of other videos I watched that said CFLs were bad for bearded dragons. I did so much research before buying our sweet little girl but when I got home I was really torn on which UVB would be appropriate for her 40gallon exo terra tank 36x18x18. I watched a video about bearded dragon lighting on Elles channel and she referred me to gnarly dragons channel where they measured the UVB of cfls and High output tubes with a Zoo Med Digital UV index radiometer and their readings ranged from 1-7 ,even as high as 12 for the T5 HO 10.0 bulb when just a few inches from the light. So I was for sure it would be too strong for my little 40gal tank. The height of the tank is only 18 inches and on the zoo med website it seemed like the 10.0 would be too strong for my tank set up since her basking area and log at it’s highest is about 6 inches from the screen/lights and obviously the lowest spot is 18 inches from the screen/lights. So to be on the safe side I was using the T5 HO 5.0 bulb in the 24inch, but she’s been having some digestion issues recently so I started searching RUclips again for answers and I came across your bearded dragon videos. I probably binge watched 7 or 8 before I came across this one lol. Any way, after watching this video I’ve installed the Reptisun T5 HO 10.0 tube light because I feel way more comfortable after seeing your readings.
Thank you so much for making this video, I just subscribed!
You know you have made it when people ‘use’ your name and channel to get views for their channel. This is a good thing for your channel and I am glad you are correcting the information for folks for the health of reptiles in their care
These kind of videos are so needed, there is a lot of bad information. This is stressful, now I don't know what my bearded dragon needs, I've been using a T5 10.0 over a screen, now it seems it is not enough. He usually basks at 8" under that light...can I just leave that and put an extra CFL UVB?
beardies need about a 3-4 so if hes on a hammock just move it up about an inch
So good. So comprehensive! I wish I had a reptile to use this knowledge on.
Glad you enjoyed it!
That meter you're using says that it is a UVA/UVB (280-400nm) and provides UV Index measurement. The wavelength that animals need to convert light into Vitamin D is only in the UVB range which is 280-315nm. And the actual wavelength used to convert dihydrocholesterol to Vit D precursors is right around 290-295nm. If you stuck a blacklight (~365nm) in your enclosure and measured it with that meter it would show a non-zero UV index reading even though there was no UVB coming from that light. If you want to measure UVB specifically, you need something that is specifically designed for that wavelength range, not a meter that measures UV Index (which is designed for human sunburn protection.)
So true about not wanting the reptile to hide in its hide to get away from the UV! I want to see the animal! I'm sure everyone wants to see the animal they have. You're so good at giving the right info! I appreciate that you took the time to give all of the accurate info to the world of reptile keepers! Also could you show your face in one of your videos so we can know who we're listening to? 😉
thank you maybe I will be soon!
I think he's not showing himself is bc:
1. Wants to keep the focus on the reptiles and educational info.
2. He doesn't want to be mobbed by fans if they see him out & about.
😁🦎🦎
@@Animal1Guy Yay!!! That's sooo exciting!!! I will be watching as usual but I'll have the excitement of, will this be the one?!?!?!?! Lol
@@roxannaonuwa187 Being mobbed by fans!!!! Lol!!!! I love it!!!!! He probably will have that problem! If that even is a problem 😉
You are a life saver!! Best and most informative info I have seen on UVB
I’m looking at using a CFL for my bearded dragon . I see 10.0 available with 13 watts and the 26watts does it really matter ? I would be using this in a 8 inch dome lamp with the Dagon about 10 inches away.
26 is better more uvb
Reptile lighting is a process not a bulb. I stole that comment as I’m not a reptile lighting professional but I do know one through tons of research on this topic. His name is Bob Mac and he runs reptileuv.com. There is tons of scientific data on the website and he dedicated his professional life to better reptile UV lighting. I have no stake in what he sells but I can honestly say that I am able to go beyond a year plus, take my UV bulb to the Vet for testing and have it show very little loss.
yes the old replace every 6moths for no reason is just a waste of money! He is also right, different brands are better/worse.
Thanks for this video, with the “proof meter”, it sure explains a lot. 😊. Say hi to the dragons ! ❤️🦎
Will do!
Im sorry if i missed it. Exactly which MVB brand was being tested ? Was it lucky herp?
Thank you so much!!! I really have problems with deciding which/how lights to use. I am planing on my first beardie setup and I am a totally beginner and there are so many different informations. So this helped a lot.
Glad I could help!
Hi, I saw the Lucky Herp Mercury Vapor Bulb box in the first few minutes of this video, but you tested a Zoomed Reptiglo.
Can you tell if the Lucky Herp Mercury Vapor a good bulb?
In your video you show a MVB on top the mesh measuring 6 uvi at the floor. I just got a 1 1/2 year bearded dragon and
36x18x18 tank. Showing early signs of MBD in his front hands. Hoping to help him with better UVB , calcium, etc.
So, would the 6 UVI be OK , or too much for the basking spot 13 inches from the light. I really dont want to hurt him with too much UVI . He will definitely have the cool side to get away from it.
Gonna use a lot of this information for my budgies, now if only I could find good info on their uvb exposure in the wild (currently have a 10.0 CFL mounted over their aviary flight cage since it's too dang cold to have them outside for a few hours)
Do you have a playlist of just Simba? and how he came to you? Id love to see more of his story
I dont, but i normally put savannah monitor in the title if you do a video search on my channel
@@Animal1Guy ...I too would love some “just Simba” footage 😃
great video! the 160W one, gave 12.7 so do you think a 80W bulb from the same brand (lucky herp) can give the 6 or 6.5 a uromastyx want?
MVB sometimes give off a lot of uvb when you first turn them on and then settle down to a normal level about 8 hours later
@@Animal1Guycan't you please test it out for me? I don't have a solar meter and I want to get a UV source to my uro as soon as possible, and the 80W is the only one I found, I can't find ang other UV lamps where I live but a 15% T8 and compact coil ones, and I heard that those are kinda useless so an 80W MVB is my best option here
Hi I’ve watched some of your videos and was wondering if you could answer my question. About 6 months ago my beardie fell off one of his driftwood in his enclosure. He had broken his arm and paralyzed it and was in no obvious pain. He was eating correctly and digesting as he should. He was very active as always. Later on his paralyzed limb fell off and he was moving about as always. He again seemed to be in no noticeable pain and was acting just like he always had. In the last couple of weeks we have noticed shed buildup and what looks like scar tissue around where his arm was. All that is left is a little nub of bone that is surrounded by skin and scales. He has been weaker, less active, and eating less. On his belly there is what looks like dead scales. We have given him baths that seemed to help and helped him with the shed. As of yesterday he looks to be in discomfort and we are not sure what to do.
A reptile vet would be the best, with just information its to hard to know.
Mom's tank is 24x12x16 for her dragon Rueben who is approximately 2 - 3 months old. I'm trying to help. I purchased for Rueben the T5. After listening to this video, I'm beginning to have second thoughts. So with the size of the tank, the CFL bulb is considered the better choice. Correct? In addition, it now makes better sense to have a CFL over a T5 just because, as you indicated, Reuben really doesn't need every inch of tank lit up.
CFL allows you to control it better, but thats not a huge tank. Tube lights are normally bad when used in tanks that are over 3ft tall. But if you bought a tube that goes the whole length thats not good. you do want a low UVB area. but they make shorter 18in wide tubes.
@@Animal1Guy I am going to return the 24" for now. What is your recommendation for UVB for this size of a tank, whether it be tube or CFL? Please send link for purchase.
@@theresaknudsen7461 I'd recommend a bigger tank you'd want minimum 48 inches wide.
Wow! Another great information video from you. Thank you! Please keep doing what you are doing.
Thank You
Great video man the solarmeter was absolutely and by far the best purchase I have ever made while keeping my baby's I have 10 lizards 4 leos and 6 beardies and 7 t's and I've bought all types and the one thing I always did was keep my uvb bulbs when I stopped using them bec i knew i eventually was going to buy the meter and god am i so glad i did i am actually getting ready to test all my old bulbs that I used for 6months to a year and then switched and I wud bet that atleast half of them will last me a shit ton of time left
This is a lifesaving video. Totally buying a meter. Thanks for all you do.
You bet!
Thanks so much ! How many cm is it between the dome to the surface on which the meter is standing please ?
Hello watch your videos and have a just a quick question for you. I have an atasuki tank 55x24x22 so it’s a decent size tank. Have a bearded dragon and trying to figure out the best setup. Would you recommend an Arcadia t5 14% or a 160watt mercury vapor bulb. This would be on top of mesh. Thank you for any advice.
If you plan do have an elevated basking spot about 10inches or more tall then the arcadia 12% is better, normally i like to have the basking spot on a platform higher making it easier to control temp and UVB
Yes the asking area is actually right at 10”. So do the Arcadia 12% under the mesh? Or on top? Skip the mercury vapor bulb. I have been experimenting with the mvb and the t5 14%. Just want the best for my bearded dragons. Have 3 of them. Thank you in advance.
Are you ready for some crazyness?? The 24" Tube light i bought specifically says on the description that at different distances it provides different levels of uv and to have climbing points for your beardies to climb up to. And replace every 6-12 months.
MIND BLOWN!
lol
So the CFL bulbs only emits UV straight down? Not sideways?
Does that mean my 36x18x36" exo terra with 8x «laying» 25W CFL UVB bulbs in the exo terra bulb holder don’t emit enough UV for my daygeckos?
I also have 1x 30W UVB 100 exo terra T8 bulb.
UV bulbs come with these testing cards too, are they accurate aswell or should I really use a meter like you?
I love watching you and Simba, he’s contributed to my growing decision to get a savannah monitor🙂
cool!
Hi this is off topic but my bearded dragon is shedding rn and has a clogged nose. She gets very uncomfortable whenever I try to remove it. What should I do? :(
Soak your beardie in warm water about 15 min or so this will soften the skin and make it easier to remove using a wet q tip or tweezers
So would you use CFL UVB for a uromastyx? I use a T5 14% but don’t have a meter
I wish I could afford one of those uvb meters, 300$ here in Canada, so we definitely need the right info! I wish young inexperienced internet savvy know-it-alls would zip it if they really don’t know. I’ve done tons of research but it doesn’t always get it right, and stuff is always changing. I’m running mercury vapour bulbs right now, thinking of going Arcadia next cause of listening to experienced keepers.
Another thing is watch multiple experienced keepers! Don’t just take the advice of one! If you’re finding similar info from multiple people you can base your setup with confidence
Arcadia is one of the best UVB lights you can get. Im not sure what is going to happen with these LED UVA/UVB bulbs I need to wait until next month so I can buy some and do the testing. The may change the UVA/UVB game But they dont do heat of course.
@@Animal1Guy yet ;)
Is a mercury vapor light overkill for Green Anoles in a 10" X 20" 12" high tank? Or would that be good, and what wattage do you recommend?
its probably high a 12% t5 arcadia tube is a good choice
@@Animal1Guy Thanks so much! Where can I find those and can you buy the tube and fixture together or are they only sold separately? I'm looking on Amazon and I'm not finding the 18 inch bulb and fixture; only 24 inch and then it jumps down to 12 inch for "shade dwellers." Do they make an 18" with 20" reflector? 24" would hang off the ends of my tank quite a bit.
Wow I wish I didn't buy the fake news about the CFL. However, I have great numbers from my arcadia pro t5 12% through the mesh lid of a 3'x18"x18" tank. Trash your t8's, people and let the ads play through. Thanks for doing this video!
thank you!
What about a vivarium? It has three glass sides, a glass top and bottom, and one plexiglass side for access and ventilation. How do you get proper UVB in there?
bulb would need to be inside if you are trying to get uvb inside.
@@Animal1Guy Can you recommend a fixture/bulb to retrofit into a 10 gal fish tank that was converted into a vertical vivarium?
Could you also do a tank guide? Where you get yours, maybe building them, etc etc? Thank you!
Sure thing!
Phew, I had no idea reptile keeping was so complex!
I gotta ask, how do you keep the lamps from melting the lid of the tank or the lamp they sit in? All that heat just seems to turn anything plastic or whatever into pudding from other videos I have seen (not your’s of course!).
the lids are metal, the domes are also.
@@Animal1Guy Ohhh, thanks!
Lizardguru is a B**** when I really needed help with my bearded dragon when I was newer with them.. She brushed me off and treated me like I was a terrible animal owner just because I RESCUED a bearded dragon that was dying in its current care with it's current owner.. btw I still have that bearded dragon and it's been over a year and he is thriving and his last two vet check ups were clean and couldn't have been better!!
great save!!!
You're a Rock Star!
@@Animal1Guy Thank you!! He's a big German Giant named Gohan
@@roxannaonuwa187 Thank you!! Check us out on yt and ig MarquezFamilyReptiles and on Facebook we have a public group and a business page Marquez Family Reptile Breeder And Rescue
I'm glad someone is mentioning correcting lizardgurus advice because it seems to be some of the only mainstream advice on RUclips but hardly any of it seems backed up with facts, it seems more like she just regurgitated a lot of the outdated advice online (tho not all of it is bad)
I have a t8 HO mounted inside thinking this was the safest thing to do, but I also have a platform log my beardie can climb on to get quite close to it (its the basking spot)- judging by the distance tested in your video with the t8 and the distance the platform in my enclosure is Im reasonably certain she's getting at least 3 up there so i think she's safe but man I wish I'd seen this sooner before building !
when you can swap that t8 for a t5 less flicker better for their eyes!
@@Animal1Guy it was actually your video that made me go back and think really hard on my setup- i ended up dropping $1000 today to commission someone for a whole new enclosure and it should be completed in a month- it will have the T5 built in with reflector instead of T8 (i was planning to upgrade anyway because my current is too small but this sortof really pushed me to finally do it)
i just keep coming back to this video and seeing these results make me see the t8 just isnt going to cut it even if my beardie does get adequate uvb on the bask area- the gradient just drops off too hard throughout the rest of the setup the minute she moves an inch or two away :(
I am researching on getting a bearded dragon. I am looking into getting a 4x2x2 zen habitat enclosure. Would the mvb bulb be best?
That monitor at the beginning was so cute
Thank you for making this video!!! I have been saying all this forever! So much misinformation out there. If you don't have a solar meter it's just guessing. MVBs are also my preferred UVB source.
You are so welcome!
idk if anyone's told you this before but at times your voice is very reminiscent of kevin mccurley's (except you actually know what you're doing and are giving your animals proper care)
So i rescued a beardie and Ive had him about a week and a half. He came with a tube uvb light and a heat lamp. We have since installed a ceramic heat emitter. Hes about 5 years old. Is there a way to kind combine heat and tube uvb and nix the heat lamp all together? Thank you for this video weve been researching and researcbing to make sure were doing the best by him. I am absolutely in love with him.
The only combo bulb for heat and UV are MVB you need to put them in a dome and use a lamp stand to raise/lower it to adjust heat/uvb amount
I'm literally getting chastised on reddit for using a vapor bulb.
Not shocking.
I think the reason is they can be dangerous in certain applications. That's why you need a meter.
What do you think of the metal halyde bulbs that produce UVB and heat?
I havent used them
Am I the only one who binge watches these videos since discovering this channel?? Lol
it happens to new subscribers!
How old was the 10.0 t5 bulb at the end? I’m having so much trouble trying to figure out lighting. Gnarly Dragons did this same experiment (tested UVB in different situations) and got completely conflicting results for the 10.0 t5. HELP lol.. there’s too much misinformation on this topic and idk what to believe 😩
it was about 1 month old. Actually with t5ho tubes reflectors is the biggest part of them. Arcadia bulbs with there 3x reflectors is what I use and they put out amazing UVB, Doubledragon hotel did a video on reflectors, one of hers was installed wrong from the factory and was not reflecting uvb.
There was a year gap between the release of the two videos. They were also using a different meter. Lots of variables.
Reminded me of showing up to court with a public defender and he just met me and looking at my case because he has 40 other clients. Then prosecutor walks in prepared with all the proof (evidence) to everything there saying and they leave no argument left. I Rest My Case.
I’m planning on going full bio active for my boa (bci) I’m planning on using a mercury bulb for day and a deep heat projecting bulb for night. Would this be a good combo? im planning for a 5x2x2 kagez enclosure. Thinking about mounting the bulbs to the top with ceramic light fixtures put s cage around the bulbs. Would all this work?
Well, my linear tube puts out a 4.1 from 24 inches away mounted inside the enclosure in my mercury vapor bulb only puts out a 1.1 from his basking spot over the mesh 🤷♂️
Would you recommend a solar glo 80W for a baby savannah monitor about 6-8inches distance. 20gallon long enclosure
thats some strong uvb at that distance
@@Animal1Guy not really a great answer to that question but alright?
@@TylerSpite that means no. Likely going to be 2 feet or so in theory.
I’m returning my t5 output for the mercury vapor due to the 24in not being able to fit the way I wanted
For a baby tegu I should be good
I have postponed my purchase just because I want to make sure everything is correct
So remember there are different kinds of MVB the best ones have the prismatic glass to help diffuse the strong UVB, the frosted ones also lower UVB output and the clear ones should only be used when very far away.
@@Animal1Guy thanks you for your reply
So I got a frosted Solar Glo 125w
17-18 basking
Should just get a solar meter
Curious to know your thoughts on giving bearded dragons outdoor time. We have a outdoor enclosure we built and for a couple months in the summer it gets hot enough here to put them outside for 2-3 hours of the day. Rest of the year is shit for lizards here in Canada unfortunately.
Great video and thanks for clearing up the misinformation out there.
I bring my out in the summer, they just chill, I have a video on it.
You said u like answering questions,So I bought this uvb light and I have a problem. I'm just now getting into bearded dragons and I'm trying to find a light for my enclosure about to select from Amazon but I really don't know nothing about it. It is a lucky herb 15.0 26w fluorescent UVB bulb. So I went to research it on RUclips or on Google and I can't find it one videos about it nowhere. I read the back of the box and I have a 4 by 2 by 2 it's made out of wood it has a screen top
And I know that the screen top effects the UVB apparently it takes half of it away. So can you tell me everything about this bulb or give me some ideas. It'd be great if you would make a video on it😊Thanks I mean a video on the bulb because there isn't one nowhere on the internet 😮
it doesnt take away half, it takes very little away. CFL bulbs can be hard to spread UVB and normally t5ho uvb tubes work best
Is there a way I can private message you? I have recently acquired a beardie from a friend and I have some questions and concerns.
Just here as allways 😁! Love the video
You're the best!
I currently use a thrive 15 watt uvb desert tube , should I add a exo terra desert coil bulb for more ubv for my bearded dragon? I have it in a 40 gal exo terra.
You want to have spots that dont have UVB so you should be fine.
Thank you
hi just wanna ask, what if i get more of that ferguson zone than what is normal for a bearded? say BD is 3-4 right? but im emitting 7? does it do bad or its just okay? thanks!
But overall, do the CFO bulb live longer than the others?
He man do you have any tips to get a beard or to eat veggies without being force fed because after he had to get critical care he just won’t eat in his own
bee pollen powder sprinkled on the wet veggies
Roll Simba Roll!!!
😂🤣
This video made me feel so much better for using a compact UVB due to cage limitation i have atm,
best UVB video ever! proved facts ;)
cheers
Do I need to put my mvb into a dome I have a 5 by 2 by 2 foot wooden viv for a beaded dragon I’ve had him since a baby he’s 1 1/2 years now and I’ve never had he bulb in a dome should I start ?
Yes, UVB and UVA are important unless you keep them outside.
My dragon liked the vapor bulb way better than the tube uvb and separate basking light. He started going in the cool side to hide. Had him tested, he's parasite free but still hiding on the cool side. I had so many people come at me about the vapor light saying I need the tube light so got one. But I swear he hates it!
all my dragons are on MVB
@@Animal1Guy awesome thank you so much! I hate feeling like a bad mom.
It's a relief to see that my UVB bulb placements are sufficient for my beardie
great job!
Thank you for this video! Do you think Leopard Geckos need a UVB light?
No I give them calcium with D3
So confused with so many conflicting info’s and then I came across your video which makes sense to me, I have a new beardie in a 75 gallon enclosure with 2 vapor mercury bulb that is a 120 watt on the other side and a 100 watt on the other side, after watching your video I thought I myst have too much light?
And I have one person told me that I actually still need to have a linear bulb there, so please if you see my comment please please help me, I am trying to give my bearidie the best I can, I thank you so much…
So, with the mercury bulb I wouldn't need separate bulbs? Just the one?
yep as long as you get the correct watt for the heat you need.
@@Animal1Guy It's a 8 mth old beardie
I keep trying tug of war with my tegu but he doesn’t seem interested
I have been struggling trying to figure out the right lighting fir my bearded dragon
Keep in mind, pet/dept stores aren't necessarily beardie experts. In addition to this video, I would watch his other videos, especially when he is setting up a new domicile or rearranging a domicile. Fact check videos posted by others. 😁🦎🦎
honestly distance from basking spot to bulb is whats important
Did i see wrongly ? 20:28 Zoo med T5 10 UVB lower than EXO TERRA UVB 100.............🤥
MMM So the tube bulbs are 100% reliant on a good reflector, not a hood but a reflector, and the reflector must be tested to confirm working.
The early CFL bulbs produced far too much UVC, causing eye damage, and eventually MBD. When using T5 and T8 bulbs(please stop using T8’s, very old bulb tech), you must use a good reflector. I personally would never use a CFL, and look forward to the new wave of UVB producing LED’s being produced.
The LED bulbs I have been waiting to test till later this year.
@@Animal1Guy Yayyy!
Can you help me chose uvb and heat bulb for my baby savannah monitor on 80/40/40cm enclosure? Big mesh on top.
I used 100w uva/heat bulb and 26w uvb 10. Then my baby savan gone after 3 days :((
This is actually why i have asked you if your were a reptile doctor!!!🤗🤗Your very informative and precise. And always have all the facts because you care about the well being of the reptiles. She should have had her information correct especially if she has a big following. She is doing no justice for any reptile by providing false information to hundreds of people. Thanks for saving and caring for all those animals.
Happy to help!
@@Animal1Guy You should do an Asmr video with your beardies getting pampered lol ! You def have the voice for Asmr 💕 😃 and do you have any other social medias?
Yo that's cool tug a war awsome,like how you explain about different lizards n lights .
So the CFB works better than the t5.
maaaan. i just bought a t5 high output for my juvenile bearded. guess imma use it and scrap it ;( . Currently using a 100w mercury with a 100w basking in a doulble. Id love your opinion if you could reach out.
you can dm me on instagram
@@Animal1Guy yeah I'll try to, I never really use it however.
Thank god for someone like you to spread the correct knowledge thank you man!!
I appreciate that!
Hello, I can thank you enough for this video. Do you by chance know anything about russian tortoises? Specifically what UV amounts they need? I just ordered a t5 cause that's what the FB group said to get lol but I think I'll be returning it. Thanks for all you do!!
Russian Tortoises come from a level 3 ferg zone. If you get an arcadia 14% t5ho tube that will do it. It depends where the bulb will be.
I was thinking about getting a lizard, what would you think is a great pick for first lizard?
bearded dragon
@@Animal1Guy I've heard that they need a lot of space and I have like 89 cm by 44cm will that be enough?
@@helcat9003 A1 Guy is also on Instagram. If you have a question you can't find in his videos, you can message him there. 😁🦎🦎
Good tips my broo
thank you
What’s a good uvb light for my female veiled chameleon?
The distance is important! I like MVB bulbs since they do the basking and UVB for them I put the main spot right under the bulb about 12 inches
@@Animal1Guy good man Im on a budget and I didn’t even know these were a thing much cheaper and efficient than the other uvb lights
@@Animal1Guy oh and what watt did you use bro
I just started using led/uvb bulbs I found on Amazon. 2 weeks in and still putting out good uvb. Less than $20.00
I will be testing them later this year
@@Animal1Guy YAYYY!
Can you send link from Amazon? Thanks
Great info thank you so much!
You are so welcome!
The video was very informative. Do you think you can do a video on heating mats ? Also how's Miracle the dragon you rescued? Hugs and kisses to all the other dragons ❤❤❤
Great suggestion!, she is also great!
Thank you for this video this really helped me alot with my bearded dragon uvb light!!!!!
Glad I could help!