Additionally, a basking lamp should be used on one end of the enclosure to maintain a local temperature of 95-105 degrees. Nighttime temperature should remain between 65 and 75 degrees. The humidity for swifts should be kept at or near 50-75 percent. It is important to remember that the midnight swift's temperature requirements differ from the other swifts. Midnight swifts live at higher altitudes than the other swifts.
All swifts require ultraviolet lighting to maintain good health.
Ultraviolet lighting is recommended for 12 hours per day. The use of a timer will assist in maintaining an accurate schedule of light periods. Information and advice contained on this site is for your consideration only. Please consult your veterinarian for specific advice concerning the care and treatment of your pet. ESU Reptile Heat and Light Dome with Clamp Designed to meet the requirements of reptile incandescent lamps and ceramic infrared heating elements.