What does it mean? I know it has something to do with lighting but what is it and how does it work? Thanks!
11-10-2004, 12:12 PM
Python-77
Full specturm lighting refers to providing both UVA and UVB lights to your reptile
11-10-2004, 12:35 PM
padiente
can you get a buld at the hardware store that does this?
11-18-2004, 02:22 PM
Python-77
Quote:
Originally Posted by padiente
can you get a buld at the hardware store that does this?
Not normaly you would need to go to a pet store (any will do) and get a bulb like the repti-sun 5.0
cost around $20 and need to be replaced every 6 months to properly provide UVB rays
11-18-2004, 03:05 PM
padiente
hmm, what if I take my snake outside once a day?
11-18-2004, 03:08 PM
Smynx
It should be noted for the newer herpers that not all reptiles require UV lighting. Although many lizards do, ball pythons and other nocturnal reptiles do not. Diurnal reptiles, such as iguanas, do require UVA and UVB lighting.
11-18-2004, 03:47 PM
padiente
ok, I didn't think bp did, but they need a light cycle?
11-18-2004, 05:44 PM
Smynx
They don't "need" one, per se. Usually the ambient light of whatever room they are in is sufficient. If a BP is kept in an unusually dark room, you may want to use supplemental lighting.
