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Exo Terra Linear Fluorescent Bulbs
The most important feature of a Repti-Glo fluorescent bulb is its ability to emit UVB light (ultraviolet B) a component of sunlight. Not all reptiles or terrarium animals need the same amount of UVB radiation. A rainforest animal may require less UVB than a desert animal, nocturnal activity versus daylight activity also is a factor. The distance from the bulb to the animal is equally important. The further the animal is away from the bulb the lower the UVB radiation, the closer the animals are to the bulb the higher the levels of UVB.Exo Terra’s fluorescent bulbs are classified according to their percentage of UVB output. The Repti Glo 2.0 emits very little UVB light (2%), in most cases not sufficient for vitamin D3 synthesis. For tropical and sub-tropical reptiles, 5% bulbs (Repti Glo 5.0) are perfectly adequate, provided they are correctly positioned on the terrarium, the bulb is changed regularly, and the number of hours of exposure is sufficient. 10-12 hours daily has proven to be a satisfactory exposure level for most species. Animals living in deserts, which are areas with high UVB levels, should be exposed to 10% UVB bulbs (Repti Glo 10.0).
It is equally important to know that in fluorescent bulbs the more visible light emitted from the bulb the lower the UVB radiation. The Repti Glo 2.0 is a brighter bulb than the Repti Glo 10.0 bulb.
Repti Glo 2.0
The Exo Terra Repti Glo 2.0 is a general light source with a high visual light output and a very high color rendering index (CRI), but a lower 2% UVB radiation. This bulb is suitable for snakes, amphibians, frogs, toads, salamanders and nocturnal animals. Plants will thrive under this light as well. It is also a perfect complementary light to a second higher UVB bulb to boost visual light in the terrarium.
Repti Glo 5.0
The Exo Terra Repti Glo 5.0 has a moderate to high 5% UVB output, similar to that of shady environments such as rain forests and other tropical locations. Reptiles living in these habitats receive less UV radiation because of the many climate and habitat conditions that prevents direct sunlight from reaching them or their basking areas.
Repti Glo 10.0
The Exo Terra Repti Glo 10.0 has a very high 10% UVB output similar to that associated with desert environments. Desert locations receive more direct sunlight than any other because of fewer clouds, less air humidity and no plants or trees to provide shade. Therefore desert reptiles are exposed to more UV radiation than any other type of reptile. This bulb can also be used on screened terrariums or terrariums with dense screen covers to ensure UVB penetration. Screens can filter out as much as 50% of the UVB rays.
Why Linear Fluorescent?
Repti Glo 2.0
The Exo Terra 2.0 comes in a variety of watts ranging from 14 Watts to 40 Watts.
- Ideal spectrum for all reptiles and amphibians.
- Stimulates plant growth
- High visual light output
- Stimulates appetite, activity and reproductive behavior through UVA radiation
- High Color Rendering Index of 98 (CRI)
- 6700 Kelvin Color temperature
- Recommended in combination with Repti Glo 5.0 or Repti Glo 10.0
Repti Glo 5.0
The Exo Terra 5.0 comes in a variety of watts ranging from 14 Watts to 40 Watts.
- Ideal for all tropical and sub-tropical reptiles
- High UVB output
- Effective up to 12 inches
- Provides necessary UVB rays for optimal calcium metabolism
- Stimulates appetite, activity and reproductive behavior through UVA radiation
- Recommended in combination with Repti Glo 2.0 for a higher visual light output
Repti Glo 10.0
The Exo Terra 10.0 comes in a variety of watts ranging from 14 Watts to 40 Watts.
- Ideal for all desert dwelling reptiles
- Ultra High UVB output
- Effective up to 20 inches
- Provides necessary UVB rays for optimal calcium metabolism
- Recommended for use with screened terrariums; terrariums with dense screen covers (screens can filter out UVB rays)
- Recommended in combination with Repti Glo 2.0 for a higher visual light output
Comparison of Exo Terra Light Sources
Product Description
The Exo Terra Repti-Glo 5.0 Tropical Terrarium Lamp has a moderate to high UVB output, similar to that of shady environments such as rain forests and other tropical locations. Reptiles living in these habitats receive less UV radiation because of the many climatological conditions that prevent direct sunlight from reaching them or their basking sites. Reptiles require appropriate and high quality lighting in order to meet certain different metabolic needs. The Exo Terra Repti-Glo 5.0 Tropical Terrarium Lamp helps to provide necessary UVB rays for optimal calcium metabolism. The linear Repti-Glo bulbs have a higher output and divide the energy more efficiently over wider terrariums. The bulbs have wattage of 15 and the longer sizes can even be placed on multiple terrariums.
The Exo Terra Repti-Glo 5.0 Tropical Terrarium Lamp has a moderate to high UVB output, similar to that of shady environments such as rain forests and other tropical locations. Reptiles living in these habitats receive less UV radiation because of the many climatological conditions that prevent direct sunlight from reaching them or their basking sites. Reptiles require appropriate and high quality lighting in order to meet certain different metabolic needs. The Exo Terra Repti-Glo 5.0 Tropical Terrarium Lamp helps to provide necessary UVB rays for optimal calcium metabolism. The linear Repti-Glo bulbs have a higher output and divide the energy more efficiently over wider terrariums. The bulbs have wattage of 15 and the longer sizes can even be placed on multiple terrariums.
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