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Exotic Pet Enclosure Climate Calculator

Calculate temperature gradients, humidity ranges, UVB needs, and heating wattage for reptile and amphibian enclosures by species.

Inputs

Results

Target basking temp (°F)

105

Target cool side (°F)

83

Temperature gradient (°F)23
Min humidity (%)20
Max humidity (%)40
Requires UVB (0=No, 1=Yes)1
Heating watts needed111
Recommended bulb (watts)150
Enclosure volume (gallons)50.5
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Species, Enclosure length (inches), and Enclosure width (inches).
  2. Set Enclosure height (inches) and Room temperature (°F).
  3. Review Target basking temp (°F) and Target cool side (°F).
  4. Use Temperature gradient (°F) and Min humidity (%) to inform your decision.
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