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- UVB Bulbs for Reptiles
Zoo Med ReptiSun T8 5.0 UVB Lamp, 15 Watts
Description
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Helps to prevent or reverse metabolic bone disease commonly seen in captive lizards at six to 12 months of age. Allows turtles and tortoises the proper UVB wavelength needed to maintain healthy shell growth.
- - A full 5% UVB output allows vitamin D3 synthesis to occur naturally, preventing or reversing MBD and other health problems in turtles and tortoises, Bearded Dragons, Iguanas, and all other diurnal reptiles
- - Allows turtles and tortoises the proper UVB wavelength needed to maintain healthy shell growth
- - High quality bulb made in Germany
Specifications
| SKU | 481289 |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand | Zoo Med |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
Additional Features
| Primary Color | White |
|---|---|
| Personalized Item flag | No |
Item Dimensions
| Length | 18 IN |
|---|
1 year.
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great bulb for my size tank
Katkumo
6 years ago
At first, I noticed everyone in forums and groups online was recommending the 10...
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Unable to locate a fixture!
Pop248
8 years ago
My current plan is to return the lights, I bought them assuming you would also c...
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11 Ratings-Only Reviews
Five point allReptile light 18 inches long it was
QRUQRU
No, I do not recommend this product.
Lighting
Paulinatr
No, I do not recommend this product.
Perfect for my Turtles
vickeymarie
No, I do not recommend this product.
great bulb for my size tank
Katkumo
Yes, I recommend this product.
Best lamp
hstarr78
Yes, I recommend this product.
Petco store doesn't have it, they will online...
s7fifty
Yes, I recommend this product.
Unable to locate a fixture!
Pop248
No, I do not recommend this product.
This product helps to keep my pet healthy.
Agate
Yes, I recommend this product.
Questions
How many watts is it?
- I've read that they are about 28 watts
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How long is it in inches
- the description says it's 12 inches, but it could also be 18"-24"
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Is this light bulb good for aquatic turtles also?
- Yes, the Reptisun T8 5.0 bulb would be good for an aquatic turtle. I would recommend checking out the Choose the Correct UVB bulb chart on Zoo Med's website to find out which bulb will work best for your set up.
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Does this bulb have heat?
- no it does not
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Is this just the bulb what fixture do I have to get to go with it? Do you not have this bulb and fixture that not so high
- Hello, The Reptisun T8 5.0 bulb comes by itself. You will need to buy the fixture separately. We do make an item LF-65 that comes with the 20 inch Reptisun T8 hood and has the 18 inch Reptisun 5.0 bulb included.
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Distance for Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 UVB Bulbs used for birds
- Thank you for your question. We sincerely apologize, however the Zoo Med ReptiSun 5.0 UVB Bulb is only listed for Reptiles and we are unable to recommend this for use with Birds.
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can I use this light on top of a glass canopie?
- Thank you for your question. Please contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-381-7179 or email Customerservice@DrsFosterSmith.com as more information is needed to better answer your question. ajl
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can I use a reptisun bulb in a Zilla fixture??
- I use these bulbs in my Zilla fixtures and have for a long long time.
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How much greens should I feed my red eared slider with pyramiding and soft shell at a time.Should I feed both pellets and greens together in a day?Which heat lamp brand do you recommend and how many watts should I buy if the lamp is 21 cm away from the dock?
My turtle shell has some brown spots and some of he corners of his scutes are brown and peeling. His lines on his shell are also brown. He does have a uvb and heat lamp.
I have a hood for my UVB light so how can I dry dock my red eared slider?Should I put her in a separate container just without the UVB?I can't put the UVB right on top of her with only 3 inches apart because that's too close.What should I do if she continues to not to bask?Sorry for keep sending questions but I'm just want to give Cooper a better life than before. Thanks.
Fancy leopard geckos need light. If I keep the red light on 24/7 as directed by, what should the temperature be?
My red eared slider is not basking even though I brought a uvb light for her just like one of the pet coach vets told me because he has soft shell.I place the light on top of a Zilla screen cover but she still don't get on.I can't really dry dock her because I have a hood for my uvb light.How can I make her to bask and is the Zilla cover okay for her?
Since full spectrum growl lights for plants are supposed to mimic natural sunlight (is that correct?) then can I use that for my green anole lizard glass cage and save all that cost for a uvb light? I also have a heating pad for my back I could put under it if need be...?
We have a Sulcata tortoise who is approx 6 mo old. His enclosure is kept at 85° ambient with a basking spot of around 100°, his humidity we try to keep at around 70-80% and he has a few humid places to hide. He has a UVB lamp. We feed him greens, kale, grass, and cucumbers and soak him 1-2 times per day. He has a calcium supplement that we sprinkle on his food a few times a wk. Recently his eyes have been sealed shut. He seems to be able to see somehow but we are very concerned. What can we do?
I have a turtle I got as a hatchling whose shell has started to curve. I’ve read this could be due to too much protein, too weak of uv/uvb lights, or a combination that makes him grow too fast for the shell to keep up. I’m going to the pet supply store to get a new bulb tomorrow and he eats feeder fish as well as a variety (gold fish food he steals, dry meal worms, pellets from two different brands) of dry foods. How can I help him better?