UVB light. Not the coil ones, they can damage the eyes. I would cover the top of the screen lid with a shower curtain to retain humidity. Another option is to buy a greenhouse, like this, and buy a bin/tub to fit it (it should be pretty long), use cypress mulch and orchard bark as the substrate (won’t impact and provides tons of humidity), our two cups of water into the substrate and maybe add a warm mist humidifier. This should last 1-3 years. For UVB, take the tub outside and put it half in shade, and half in the sun for an hour or two 2-3 times a week and you won’t need a uvb bulb. I’d recommend the greenhouse method as many people use it and it’s cheaper, lasts longer, and it retains humidity.
I got 2 Topline Outdoor Mini Garden Greenhouse with Zipper Openings - 51 Inch last October for zone 10a. I used wood to weigh them down in case of wind, and they’ve protected pots and seedlings from heavy rain. No complaints at all; note height before buying; consider “used” for cheaper deal.
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I have been having success with patching bald spots on my backyard lawn (thanks to advice from this subreddit!). But I have two rather large patches that won't grow in because birds and seemingly other critters are eating the seed or just generally messing up the soil. Every time I come out in the morning, I can see something had burrowed into the soil, and as we speak, I'm seeing birds feasting on whatever seeds are left in this area.
I've done my research on ways to try to keep birds out. The last time I planted I topped things off with a layer of peat moss but that didn't seem to change things much.
So I got the idea of replanting seed and then covering that area of the yard with a mini greenhouse like this: Topline Outdoor Mini Garden Greenhouse with Zipper Openings - 51 Inch https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07P5PSGBM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_ACQG3XDS3WWNMGZJFNNH
Is there any reason why the grass wouldn't grow inside this thing? I figure if the grass can grow in this environment, I'll keep it on until it grows out.
Please make sure that you buy a greenhouse or grow tent and a bigger bin for him/her! here’s the link. They need lots of shade so I recommend plenty of shade. Closed enclosures are best for tortoises to avoid pyramiding. Definitely will need an outdoor enclosure. I’m sure you know how to feed cherryheads so I won’t explain the diet. Remove the moss as it can impact the tortoise if eaten. I hope that this is a temporary enclosure, a 40-ish inch bin should last a year (or two). Goodluck! (This enclosure is good if you’re putting him/her outside for a few hours a week to get uvb, if youre putting it outside you won’t need a uvb bulb)
No. Buy a mini portable greenhouse and place it on top. He/she will probably need an outdoor inclosure in the future. here’s the link, you can buy a bigger or smaller one, but it depends on the size of the bookcase. Don’t forget to remove the shelves!
I recommend you change out your substrate as soon as possible. The white stones (perlite) can impact your tortoise which can lead to death. Eco earth, cypress mulch, or orchid bark are also great for humidity if moistened properly. Pour 1-2 cups of water into the mulch/bark/eco earth and mix until it’s nice and incorporated. Spraying barely does anything to the surface. You can get a mini portable greenhouse for about 30 dollars on amazon. here’s the link
Found it on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Topline-Outdoor-Garden-Greenhouse-Openings/dp/B07P5PSGBM
Had to purchase the shade cloth separately.