Reptilia 121 - More light - Terrarium lighting for sun-loving reptiles

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Reptilia 121 - More light

Terrarium lighting for sun-loving reptiles

Cuba
Terrarium for emerald monitor lizards
Peacock-eyed terrapins

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Cover story: More light! – Terrarium lighting for sun-loving reptiles

There are few topics that occupy terrarium keepers as much as the question of the right lighting, especially for sun-loving species. Which lamps give off the most light, how do I ensure that my animals get enough UV rays, what do I need to do to provide the ideal lighting? In our cover story, we take a closer look at this sometimes complex subject and analyse the suitability of HQI spotlights & co. as terrarium lamps.

Editorial
MAGAZINE
DATES

WESTERN HERP PERSPECTIVES
A political view of today's terrarium challenges
B. Love

REPORTAGE
The right terrarium lighting for chameleons and other reptiles
M. Grimm

Terrarium technology
Metal halide lamps in terrariums
U. Geissel

Keeping and breeding
Peacock-eyed terrapins. The genus Sacalia
M. Rogner

Reportage
A lifelong dream comes true. 40 years Reptile House Unteruhldingen
A. Kwet

Terraristics
A terrarium for the emerald monitor (Varanus prasinus)
S. & S. Leber

SERVICE

Animals of our homeland
The little water frog
R. Leptien

ALSO NEAR YOU

Journey
Cuba all inclusive. Part 2: the centre and the west
I. Kober

PREVIEW

BRUTKASTEN
A day with Reiner
J. Bulian

Composition
Feeding recommendation
Technical details
Size information

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