Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2014 2:58 pm Mega ray 100watt Bulb
My question is the height the distance from the bulb to the bottom of the basking area or to the top of turtle? I have mine 13" above the basking area bottom, but Yertle tends to lay off to the side close to water access. I am not sure if its because the light is too close or he is skittish enough to want to be near water access. Goodness knows he jumps into the water all the time when he thinks anyone is too close. Also, since I have been using the Mega ray his skin is darker than it was, I don't think that he is sick or anything, his colors just seem to be darkening up. He was not in the greatest shape when I got him so I am not sure if this is just him doing better with better care or if he has an issue going on. The nearest reptile vet is an hour away and difficult to get an appointment with, was considering taking him to my regular vet just to make sure he did not have a fungal issue or anything. I can get into my vet quickly and they are very good with my other pets, i trust them completely. Is there any place on the site that has pictures of common turtle problems? Thanks.