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     • For the most part, the Terrapene carolina (common box turtle) subspecies do best with humidities in the 60 to 80 percent range. Ornates are more used to desert climates, so keep the humidity at the lower end, around 60%. Gulf Coast and Florida box turtles live in slightly more humid areas, so you can go up to 90% for them.
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   How much humidity does a box turtle need?

   • We’ll let you in on the secret in this article. Your box turtle’s enclosure must be between 70 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. He needs between 12 and 14 hours of daylight each day and 80% humidity. But there’s more to the heat, lighting, and humidity needs of your box turtle than meets the eye.

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   What temperature do box turtles need?

   • Your box turtle’s enclosure must be between 70 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. He needs between 12 and 14 hours of daylight each day and 80% humidity. But there’s more to the heat, lighting, and humidity needs of your box turtle than meets the eye. Coming up next, we’ll be discussing the ideal temperature range, UV light, and more.

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   Do box turtles like heat?

   • Using heating lamps is a great way of mimicking natural sunlight and the hot temperatures box turtles love. At night, however, the temperature in their enclosure must drop a couple of degrees. They can drop to room temperature at night. For at least 10 hours at night, turn any heating UVB bulb, and UVB lighting equipment off.

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   How much sunlight does a box turtle need?

   • Your box turtle will need exposure to 12 to 14 hours of daylight every day. He will also need 10 to 12 hours of darkness each day. Box turtles require enough light to remain healthy. But we get it, sometimes it is simply not possible for you to give him as much sunlight as he would have in his natural environment.

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   How to maintain a turtle tank?

   • The humidity in the tank should be kept high too. Use a humidity gauge to measure and ensure it stays around 80%. If you provide a suitable pool of water for your turtle, this will naturally help to keep the humidity high. The tank can also be misted if humidity levels get too low.

   Box Turtle Care Guide (Feeding, Habitat, Handling & Hibernation)

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   How do you heat a box turtle hatchling's habitat?

   • To heat a box turtle hatchling's habitat, you can use heating and UVA/UVB lights. There are several ways to reach the necessary temperature of around 75°F inside the turtle tank. Some turtle habitats come with a built-in heating function that heats the enclosure from the bottom.

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3. www.everythingreptiles.com › box-turtleBox Turtle Care Guide (Feeding, Habitat, Handling & Hibernation)

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   Tank temperatures should be kept between 70℉-75℉ at night and 80℉-85℉ during the day. Keeping the room between 70℉ and 80℉ will help maintain these temperatures. The humidity in the tank should be kept high too. Use a humidity gauge to measure and ensure it stays around 80%.

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   For the most part, the Terrapene carolina (common box turtle) subspecies do best with humidities in the 60 to 80 percent range. Ornates are more used to desert climates, so keep the humidity at the lower end, around 60%.

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   Thankfully though, this article gave us the best advice on the heat, lighting, and humidity requirements of your box turtle. The perfect conditions for your box turtle are temperatures between 70 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. He needs between 12 and 14 hours of daylight daily and 80% humidity.

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8. www.reptileknowledge.com › reptile-pedia › how-muchHow much humidity do box turtles need? - reptileknowledge.com

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   The relative humidity should be about 80% just above the surface of the substrate (head level) and close to saturation (about 98%) below. Ornate box turtles do well in enclosures where most of the substrate is slightly moist with a surface relative humidity of about 80% and a subsurface value of 85%.

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   May 15, 2024 · Maintaining proper humidity is crucial for Eastern Box Turtles. Learn about the importance of humidity, ideal levels for different stages, and how to measure and adjust humidity levels. Discover tips on creating a suitable enclosure and humidifying methods.

10. boxturtlesite.info › light-temperature-humidityLight, Temperature and Humidity for Box Turtles

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    Dec 24, 2019 · Temperature and Humidity for Eastern Box Turtles. Daytime Temperature: 70-75°F (21-24°C) Basking spot (one side of the habitat, see more below): 85-88°F (29-31°C) Nighttime Temperature: 65-70°F (18-21°C) Humidity: Around 60%, higher for hatchlings.