Overhead vs. under tank heating: What's best for my reptile?

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I have seen some articles that say overhead heat is best but I've also seen some that say it under tank heating is best where do you stand? The only thing they seem able to agree on is that heated rocks are bad. Pet's info: Reptile | Gecko | 1lb

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out. Heat rocks are bad. One recommendation is to utilize under tank heat as the background heat source, keeping the environment at 70-75 F 24-hours a day, then an overheat lamp can be set up as a timer to turn on for 12-14 hours/day and raise the day time heat to the appropriate level. Timers work great for the UVB bulb and extra heat. Good luck.

Overhead vs. under tank heating: What's best for my reptile?

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