ReptiSun 2.0 fluorescent tube

[sajica]

Hi all,
is a ReptiSun 2.0 fluorescent tube sufficient for a basking area for Pelodiscus sinensis ( Chinese soft shell)? This is what i'm currently using but have ready that it may need a higher UVB output?

 

[PatrickTheArowana]

Get a 100 watt UVB mercury vapor screw-in bulb.Tis is the only way to fly!..

 

[reptech]

2.0 or 5.0 will work a turtle doent need as much uv as a bearded

 

[coura]

A 5.0 would be better but I think youll be just fine

 

[Vicious_Fish]

A 5.0 would be better but I think youll be just fine

I agree. But softshells don't bask very often so a 2.0 shouldn't hurt as long as they have a good diet.

 

[sajica]

thx all, my softy basks a fair bit each day so wanted to make sure it was right.