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Light Cycles
I understand ball pythons do not need/require light and usually light that is naturally provided (e.g. from a bedroom window) is more than sufficient. For those that do have provide a direct light source what cycles do you provide through out the year? Currently mine are on a 12 hour on/off cycle. I was wondering if certain parts of the year if it would be more optimal to provide a 8 hour on 16 off cycle for example.
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Light Cycles
No 12/12 they come from Africa not that far from the equator the light cycle does not vary much.
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Re: Light Cycles
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No 12/12 they come from Africa not that far from the equator the light cycle does not vary much.
^^ Agreed. Our snake room is lit artificially and cycles 12/12.
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Re: Light Cycles
Once when my snakes have their own room I plan on giving them a 12/12 light cycle.
My rats are on a 14/10 cycle.
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12/12 means 12 hrs of light on and 12 hrs off? If my understanding is correct, how do u maintain the temps?
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So does anyone notice a difference in breeding activity when there is a light cycle taking place? Currently my rats get the light from the window in my bedroom with blinds closed. The snakes get lights when I feel like plugging them in for the day, otherwise it's usually room light when we are there. If light does effect them I need to keep that in my mind for my future reptile room.
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Re: Light Cycles
Originally Posted by Rizzi
If my understanding is correct, how do u maintain the temps?
Temps and light are totally different things and are regulated separately. Temps are regulated by a thermostat.
Originally Posted by Marrissa
So does anyone notice a difference in breeding activity when there is a light cycle taking place? Currently my rats get the light from the window in my bedroom with blinds closed. The snakes get lights when I feel like plugging them in for the day, otherwise it's usually room light when we are there. If light does effect them I need to keep that in my mind for my future reptile room.
I've only noticed a difference in the rats. Ball Pythons haven't really shown any change. Lower light cycle slows rodent production.
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Re: Light Cycles
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I've only noticed a difference in the rats. Ball Pythons haven't really shown any change. Lower light cycle slows rodent production.
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Not to derail the thread but thank you very much. Would a fluorescent light be sufficient for the ratties?
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Bringing this one back from the dead with a light cycle question.
Does a light cycle make a difference if your are keeping your snakes in a rack with freedom breeder tubs that let no light / or hardly any light in?
Just wondering.
Thanks in advance.
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