The goal when your red-eared slider basks is to have the top of its shell reach a temperature of approximately 90F to 95F. In order to achieve this, the lamp needs to be placed above the slider. Use a thermometer to ensure that the temperature is correct. Make sure that there is no way that your slider can reach the lamp and conversely, be sure that it isn’t too close that your slider could get burnt. Splashing water should also not be able to reach the lamp as this is extremely hazardous. Do not position the lamp above a glass surface.
Some options for a heat or basking lamp include an incandescent lamp, a ceramic heat emitter, a red heat bulb, halogen bulb, or a mercury vapour bulb. Be sure to use a ceramic or porcelain socket.
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Some options for a heat or basking lamp include an incandescent lamp, a ceramic heat emitter, a red heat bulb, halogen bulb, or a mercury vapour bulb. Be sure to use a ceramic or porcelain socket.
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