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Beardie heat lamp broke! How to keep my bearded dragon warm tonight?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My bearded dragons heat lamp just burnt out - I don’t have a replacement and all of the local reptile/pet stores are closed for the night. What do I do to keep him safe until tomorrow when I can get him a new light?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on April 7th, 2018

As long as the room temp doesn't drop below 70 F overnight, Lincoln should be fine. A nighttime drop in temps is normal in a beardie's natural environment anyway. Be sure to pick up a spare along with the replacement tomorrow. In a pinch, a hot water bottle wrapped in a hand towel can be used as a heat source.

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