#temperatures

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placid zenith
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where i live the temperature just spiked up from 40 degrees yesterday to nearly 80 today so we haven’t had time to put air conditioners back into our windows so my leos enclosure is currently in the high 90s almost reaching 100. i have a fan pointed at it and im hoping for it to get down and i was wondering if there are easier ways to get it to go down a bit

burnt flicker
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High 90s as in like over 95? Or

placid zenith
grand comet
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!extremeweather

velvet sundialBOT
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Being dependent on appropriate temperatures in order to thermoregulate, extreme weather poses a risk to reptiles. The potential side effects of extreme temperatures can range from heat stress to hypothermia, which can be deadly if unattended. Many reptile owners will face heat waves and snow storms, which can result in power outages, so it is important to be prepared in advance.

If you are expecting a power outage during extreme cold such that your house will dip below 18°C or 65°F...

  1. If the power outage will be short, you can drape blankets over your tank to keep heat inside.
  1. If the power outage is expected to be long, ensure you have a plastic container that is not too large but large enough for your reptile to turn around, or take a few steps in. Ensure it has some holes for air circulation. A smaller space will be easier to heat and plastic is an efficient insulator.
  1. Next, purchase specialized reptile heat packs or hand warmers. Keep in mind that hand warmers are not designed for reptiles, but they are a fine alternative in emergencies. They can be wrapped in paper towel or any type of cloth (so as to not burn or cause discomfort to the reptile) and placed inside the plastic container. They will provide a steady heat source while you wait out the power outage.
  1. In the event you do not have access to reptile heat packs or hand warmers, you will need to use your own body heat. You can lay under a blanket with the plastic container pressed up against you to provide a gentle source of heat.

If you are expecting a heatwave and the room with the reptile is not airconditioned...

  1. Shut off all heat sources. Ensure that windows are shut and window blinds are down. If you have a fan, you can place a bowl of ice behind the fan blades to cool down the air.
  1. You can freeze bottles of water, wrap them in a cloth, and place them inside your reptiles enclosure to bring down ambient temperatures.
placid zenith
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thank you :)