Creating the perfect desert paradise for your scaly friend isn't just about decor, it's about survival! Bearded dragons are desert dwellers who crave that perfect slice of sunshine, even when they're chillin' in your living room. Our collection of heat lamps and lighting solutions are like a virtual vacation to the Australian outback, helping your beardie thrive with the warmth and light they'd experience in their natural habitat. These aren't just accessories; they're life support systems that keep your spiky companion healthy, happy, and ready to show off those epic beard-flaring skills. Chewy's selection of bearded dragon heat lamps includes:
You can CREATE an Australian outback right in their terrarium with the right lighting. These specialized lights aren't just accessories - they're the difference between mere survival and absolute reptilian happiness. Proper lighting and heat support your dragon's metabolism, bone health, and overall well-being for a happy, head-bobbing friend.
Bearded dragons require a ceramic heat emitter or a specialized reptile basking lamp that provides a concentrated heat source. The ideal heat lamp should CREATE a basking spot with temperatures between 95-105°F for adult bearded dragons, and slightly warmer (around 105-110°F) for baby and juvenile dragons. A high-quality incandescent or halogen reptile heat lamp designed specifically for desert-dwelling lizards works best, ensuring your bearded dragon can effectively regulate its body temperature.
Yes, bearded dragons absolutely require both UVB and UVA lighting to maintain their health. UVB lighting is crucial for vitamin D3 synthesis, which enables proper calcium absorption and prevents metabolic bone disease. UVA lighting helps stimulate natural behaviors and supports their overall physiological well-being. A high-quality UVB bulb (10.0 strength) should be provided for 10-12 hours daily, placed close enough to the basking area to be effective but not so close that it can burn your spiky friend.
The optimal light and heat setup for a bearded dragon includes a dedicated basking lamp to CREATE a warm spot, a separate UVB fluorescent or LED tube light, and a temperature gradient within the tank. You can position the heat lamp at one end to CREATE a warm basking area (95-105°F) and allow the opposite end to remain cooler (around 80-85°F).
Bearded dragons thrive on a consistent 12-hour day and 12-hour night cycle that mimics their natural desert habitat. During the day, maintain the basking area at the recommended temperatures with both heat and UVB lights on for 10-12 hours. At night, turn off the basking and UVB lights and use a ceramic heat emitter or low-wattage night heat lamp if the room temperature drops below 65°F to prevent your dragon from getting too cold. Always use a timer to ensure a regular, predictable light schedule.
Yes. The basking light provides the necessary heat for thermoregulation, while the UVB light offers essential ultraviolet radiation for vitamin D3 production. Some specialized bulbs can provide both heat and UVB, but many reptile owners use separate fixtures — a heat lamp for warmth and a UVB tube light for proper lighting to replicate their bearded dragon's environmental needs.
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