Using Hygrotherm, what do you have for the heating device?

[nlopez]

I was thinking of leaving my light independent too, because I wasn't sure if Nugget needed it to be on. I had only been using the infrared light to regulate his heat since my house is so cold, but with the hygrotherm it turns off the light once his temp is met. Should I put the light on independently, or is it okay if it's off when he is warm enough? He gets his daylight/night cycle with natural daylight.

[GrifTheGreat]

I was thinking of leaving my light independent too, because I wasn't sure if Nugget needed it to be on. I had only been using the infrared light to regulate his heat since my house is so cold, but with the hygrotherm it turns off the light once his temp is met. Should I put the light on independently, or is it okay if it's off when he is warm enough? He gets his daylight/night cycle with natural daylight.

Since infrared bulbs don't really effect their nocturnal activities it may not be a problem. It is possible that the light kicking on and off could stress him out a little. Not only this but it also takes a little time for the bulb to warm up to produce the heat so there will be a delay before it begins to raise his temps again. The bulbs life will be greatly reduced from being turned on and off so often during the night and day. It would probably be best to keep it seperate. Just incase.

[nlopez]

Thanks for the advice. I am in love with my Hygrotherm already. This + Reptifogger is probably the best investment I have made for Nugget yet.

[GrifTheGreat]

Thanks for the advice. I am in love with my Hygrotherm already. This + Reptifogger is probably the best investment I have made for Nugget yet.

They do work great with the Hygrotherm. Always having the right humidity helps out a lot. They have much better sheds too.