Hibernation Tips?

[rrcoolj]

Okay so my tegu is a about to hibernate(brumate) and I was wondering is there anything I need to know before he goes under. I've heard tegus can go days underground and then suddenly come up to bask. So when should I leave his light out for good? I know I have to let him poop before he goes under but he hasn't eatin in days so I don't think that's a problem. Shouls I justy let the parameters "go" when he hibernates? Any other suggestions? I am really nervous I want everything to go smoothly.

 

[HorseCaak]

Why don't you just leave the lights on timers and let them cycle like normal? Also keep misting on routine too...

 

[rrcoolj]

I dont know lol. I have been reducing his lighting and it helps keep the humidity up. Plus it saves electricity.

 

[BOOZER]

i'll tell you what, i just shut off everything and let COMA sleep. had no problem!!!

 

[txrepgirl]

I have the lights off for two off my Tegus because they are hibernating.One comes out after a fews days so I turn the ligts on when I see her ( I check on her every day to see if she is out ) and when she goes back to sleep I turn them back off.

 

[rrcoolj]

Thanks you guy so it looks like so far everything is going smoothly.

 

[txrepgirl]

Your welcome.Yes, that's how it sounds like.