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Chalcides bedriagai skinks require a basking area with temperatures ranging from 85-90°F (29-32°C). This elevated temperature allows them to absorb heat, regulate their metabolic processes, and facilitate digestion. Providing a basking spot with a temperature at the upper end of this range ensures that they can achieve optimal warmth.

Alongside the basking area, it's essential to include a cooler zone within the enclosure. This area should maintain temperatures around 70-75°F (21-24°C). Creating a thermal gradient allows the skinks to move between warmer and cooler zones based on their thermoregulatory needs, promoting natural behavior.

During the nighttime hours, temperatures can slightly drop within the enclosure to simulate the natural cooling that occurs in their native habitat. Nighttime temperatures around 65-75°F (18-24°C) are generally suitable, allowing the skinks to experience a natural diurnal cycle.

Heating elements such as basking lamps or ceramic heat emitters can be employed to maintain the desired temperatures.

These should be positioned to create the thermal gradient, ensuring that the skinks have options for selecting different temperature zones within their habitat.

Chalcides bedriagai skinks exhibit thermoregulatory behavior by moving between warmer and cooler areas as needed. Providing a range of temperatures within their enclosure allows them to self-regulate their body temperature, supporting essential physiological functions.

Regular monitoring of temperatures throughout the day and night is crucial. Using a reliable thermometer placed at different points within the enclosure helps ensure that the thermal gradient is maintained, preventing extremes that could adversely affect the skinks' health.

Consideration should be given to the impact of environmental factors on temperatures. Factors such as room temperature, humidity levels, and exposure to natural sunlight or artificial UVB lighting play a role in creating a conducive environment for Chalcides bedriagai skinks.