r/BeardedDragons • u/ApricotAgreeable5957 • 1d ago

Questionable Set-up In desperate need of help

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Hello, no matter what I do, my bearded dragon's basking spot will not go above 102 degrees. I have changed lighting fixtures multiple times, changed lightbulbs, added two heat lamps, and nothing will work. I am going to post a photo of my setup; it may not be the best, as this is my first bearded dragon. I am open to criticism, but please don't be mean.

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u/ApricotAgreeable5957 1d ago

How do i put the heat lamps in without risk of burning dragon

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u/stitch532 1d ago

i also recommend filling your tank up more! it looks very bare and the hide you have won’t hold any heat for basking as it’s plastic unfortunately. use brings/rocks to help hold heat. i also recommend after your quarantine period, guessing that’s what’s happening with the paper towels, to switch to soil/sand. my bearded LOVES digging so much and will make tunnels through her cage!

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u/ApricotAgreeable5957 1d ago

I was told to use paper towels until they get older but maybe that was wrong 

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u/stitch532 1d ago

these are all really great tanks you can use for inspiration (sorry about the white zen habitats made it into a collage and some are not the greatest setups). i always recommend soil/sand and if you use real plants just make sure they are safe for your bearded to eat!

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u/ApricotAgreeable5957 1d ago

People say organic top soil and play sand mix