0
Turtles, whether they are babies or not, need 10-12 hours of UVB light daily.
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
How much uvb light does a baby turtle need?
Less than 12", but it depends on how big it is, a normal 1-2" one is only 12".
My turtle's shell is starting to get soft what can i do?
You need to make sure that you are giving it UVB light. Shell conditioners do nothing but shine the shell. UVB lights help make his shell strong and healthy. If it is an aquatic turtle us a UVB 5.0. Use a UVB 10.0 if it is a Tortoise or land turtle. You can get these lights at almost any pet store.
How do you care for a baby painted turtle without uv light?
You don't. That's like saying "How do you feed a human with only water?" A turtle needs UVB and UVA light no matter what, they can't live without it. It is what allows them their shell to grow. If they don't have UVB or UVA light, their body will grow until their shell can't take it anymore and 'pop', dead turtle.
How do you harden a turtle's shell?
Let it bask under a UVB lamp.
What do you do if your baby painted turtle has a soft shell?
if it has a soft shell it needs ultra violet rays from thes the sun or uvb [ultra violet bulb] or more calcieum in its diet.
Does a baby turtle have to have a heating lamp?
no it doesn't it just needs a tank with water, rocks, and a stick or log to climb on.
Does a sea turtle need light?
Yes. All turtles need UVA and UVB radiation from the sun to process vitamins and minerals in their bodies.
What do you need before you get a long necked turtle?
A tank, Uvb lights, basking land, water filter, water heater , stones and food.
Could you use a regular lamp instead of a heat lamp for your turtle?
Yes, but it's really not going to get hot enough for your turtle. Also, make sure you have at least TWO lamps, a heat lamp, and a UVB emulating lamp.
What is a turtle dock?
A turtle dock is a piece that floats on top of the water and suctions to the side of the aquarium. the turtle climbs up on it and suns himself. because it needs UVA and UVB lights, it is highly recommended to get a special light bulb, they can be found at almost every pet store. hope we helped!
What is the difference of a human skeleton and a turtle's shell?
Here are a few differences: -A human skeleton is located on the inside of the body and a turtle shell is located on the outside. -A skeleton protects and supports whereas a shell protects and camoflages the turtle. -A skeleton needs exercise and calcium to say healthy and a shell needs a UVB light.
What is the difference of uvb reptile light compared to uvb light for psoriasis?
Reptile UVb light is broad spectrum, whilst therapeutic UVb lights are thin spectrum. Broad spectrum can cause more DNA damage and quicker burning.
