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Can my turtle get sunburned from mirror tint?

PostPosted: Fri Mar 12, 2010 11:24 pm
by JonH
I want to mirror tint my plexi glass basking area. Mainly to block UVB rays but I also think it will make my turtle feel safer while basking. Can the reflective tint cause him to get sunburned?

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PostPosted: Fri Mar 12, 2010 11:40 pm
by SINI5T3R
I dont think a turtle will get sun burnt, i think they will go in the water before they get TOOO Hot

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PostPosted: Sat Mar 13, 2010 12:12 am
by sull324
If you are using an fluorescent uvb light it wont happen,until you put it 1/2 inch from his nose.