Do reptiles need lights and heaters in their terrariums?

Most reptiles need lights and heaters in their terrariums. Reptiles are cold-blooded, so their environmental temperature needs to stay within a specific range. While some reptiles thrive at temperatures in the room temperature range, others will need heaters in all or part of their terrariums. Reptile lighting is also important, as light exposure helps modulate reptiles' circadian rhythms and UVB helps them make vitamin D. Be sure to choose the right reptile lighting and heat sources for the needs of your reptile species.

Do reptile heaters and lights use a lot of electricity?

Reptile heaters and lights don't use a lot of electricity, but you can find heaters and lights that are more energy efficient if you are concerned. Look for ceramic reptile heaters and fluorescent lighting options, just be careful to choose the right types of energy efficient reptile lighting for your particular species of reptile.

Can terrarium lights and heaters be left on all day?

Some terrarium lights and heaters can be left on all day, but look up the needs of your specific reptile and guidelines for the types of lighting and heating you are using. Most reptiles do well with 12 hours of daytime light and heating per day, with a light-free nighttime heat source turned on at night. There are programmable reptile light fixtures that turn on and off at preset times to make the job easier for you, and you can also get digital thermostats that control your heating and cooling to maintain an ideal temperature all the time. Most reptile heating and lighting is safe enough to be left on as long as necessary, but check the specific recommendations for the type of reptile lighting and heating you are using.

How do I choose the right light and heater for my reptile?

Choose the right light and heater for your reptile by first doing research on the particular lighting and heating needs of your reptile species. Find out what types of light your reptile will need and look up the ideal intensity and length of exposure for each. For heating, your reptile may need a basking lamp, a diffuse heat source, a reptile heating pad or a combination of heat sources. You will likely need to choose several lighting and heating sources and set them to go on and off using a programmable timer or thermostat. Chewy makes it easy to find all the right heating and lighting for your reptile. Use our handy product search features on the left of the Reptile Heating and Lighting page to find exactly what you need!

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Zilla Fixture Low Profile G9 Reptile Terrarium Lamp Fixture, Single

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Reptile Systems T5 Ferguson Zone 2 Fluorescent 8-watt Reptile Lamp, 12-in

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REPTI ZOO Double Hanger Reptile Terrarium Lamp Stand

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Exo Terra Daylight Basking Reptile Spot Lamp, 75-w bulb

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Zoo Med ReptiSun 10.0 UVB Compact Fluorescent Reptile Lamp, 13-Watt

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Zoo Med Nano Dome Reptile Terrarium Lamp Fixture, 40-watt

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Fluker's Sun Glow Coil Tropical Reptile Bulb, 26-watt

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Arcadia Reptile LumenIZE Jungle Dawn LED Bar, 24W, 19"

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Zoo Med Digital Thermometer

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Exo Terra Combometer Digital Thermometer & Hygrometer

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Zilla Ceramic Heat Emitter Reptile Terrarium Heater, 50-watt

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Zoo Med 6,500K Ultra Sun T8 Fluorescent Aquarium Bulb, 36-in, 25-watt

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Zoo Med Turtle Lamp Combo Pack

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REPTI ZOO 3-in-1 Smart Day & Night Timer Temperature & Humidity Controller

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Exo Terra Desert UVB 150 Reptile Bulb, 26-w

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Snake Discovery Daylight Reptile Bulb, 100-watt

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Zoo Med Nano Combo Dome Reptile Lamp Fixture

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Fluker's Black Nightlight Reptile Bulb, 25-watt

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Arcadia Reptile LumenIZE T5 to LED Light Fixture Link Cable, 48-in

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Zoo Med The Big Dripper, 1-gal

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SunGrow Hermit Crab Tank Humidity Control Sponge, Yellow, 3 count

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Zilla Silver Reflector Dome, 8.5-in

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Zoo Med PowerSun UV Self-Ballasted Mercury Vapor UVB Reptile Terrarium Lamp, 80-watt

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Zoo Med 5,500K Tropic Sun T8 Fluorescent Lamp, 15W, 18-in

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Galapagos Geotherm Heat & UVB Mercury Vapor Reptile Bulb, 100-watt

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Exo Terra Compact Top Mini Terrarium Canopy Reptile Light Fixture

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Solarmeter Model 6.5R UV Index Meter Reptile Accessory, Green

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REPTI ZOO Basking Spot Lamp & Nocturnal Infrared Heat Lamp-100W Reptile Bulb, Multicolor, 4 cou...

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Fluker's Splash Proof Halogen Reptile Bulb, 75-watt

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Arcadia Reptile D3+ Reptile T5 Bulb, Forest 6% UVB, 24W, 22", 1 count

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Zoo Med Repti Cooler

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Zoo Med Hermit Crab Dual Thermometer & Humidity Gauge

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Zilla Day Blue Reptile Basking Bulb, 75-watt

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Zoo Med ReptiSun 10.0 T8-HO UVB Fluorescent Reptile Lamp, 18-in

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Zoo Med Creatures Reptile LED Black Light

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Zilla Fixture Low Profile G9 Reptile Terrarium Lamp Fixture, Single

Reptile Systems T5 Ferguson Zone 2 Fluorescent 8-watt Reptile Lamp, 12-in

Zoo Med Nocturnal Infrared Reptile Heat Lamp, 100-Watt

REPTI ZOO Double Hanger Reptile Terrarium Lamp Stand

Exo Terra Daylight Basking Reptile Spot Lamp, 75-w bulb

Zoo Med ReptiSun 10.0 UVB Compact Fluorescent Reptile Lamp, 13-Watt

Zoo Med Nano Dome Reptile Terrarium Lamp Fixture, 40-watt

Fluker's Sun Glow Coil Tropical Reptile Bulb, 26-watt

Arcadia Reptile LumenIZE Jungle Dawn LED Bar, 24W, 19"

Zoo Med Digital Thermometer

Exo Terra Combometer Digital Thermometer & Hygrometer

Zilla Ceramic Heat Emitter Reptile Terrarium Heater, 50-watt

Zoo Med 6,500K Ultra Sun T8 Fluorescent Aquarium Bulb, 36-in, 25-watt

Zoo Med Turtle Lamp Combo Pack

REPTI ZOO 3-in-1 Smart Day & Night Timer Temperature & Humidity Controller

Exo Terra Desert UVB 150 Reptile Bulb, 26-w

Snake Discovery Daylight Reptile Bulb, 100-watt

Zoo Med Nano Combo Dome Reptile Lamp Fixture

Fluker's Black Nightlight Reptile Bulb, 25-watt

Arcadia Reptile LumenIZE T5 to LED Light Fixture Link Cable, 48-in

Zoo Med The Big Dripper, 1-gal

SunGrow Hermit Crab Tank Humidity Control Sponge, Yellow, 3 count

Zilla Silver Reflector Dome, 8.5-in

Zoo Med PowerSun UV Self-Ballasted Mercury Vapor UVB Reptile Terrarium Lamp, 80-watt

Zoo Med 5,500K Tropic Sun T8 Fluorescent Lamp, 15W, 18-in

Galapagos Geotherm Heat & UVB Mercury Vapor Reptile Bulb, 100-watt

Exo Terra Compact Top Mini Terrarium Canopy Reptile Light Fixture

Solarmeter Model 6.5R UV Index Meter Reptile Accessory, Green

REPTI ZOO Basking Spot Lamp & Nocturnal Infrared Heat Lamp-100W Reptile Bulb, Multicolor, 4 cou...

Fluker's Splash Proof Halogen Reptile Bulb, 75-watt

Arcadia Reptile D3+ Reptile T5 Bulb, Forest 6% UVB, 24W, 22", 1 count

Zoo Med Repti Cooler

Zoo Med Hermit Crab Dual Thermometer & Humidity Gauge

Zilla Day Blue Reptile Basking Bulb, 75-watt

Zoo Med ReptiSun 10.0 T8-HO UVB Fluorescent Reptile Lamp, 18-in

Zoo Med Creatures Reptile LED Black Light

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