Scientifically proven to be more effective at promoting vitamin D3 synthesis than any other fluorescent tube! More UVB than any other fluorescent tube! This latest advancement in reptile UVB lighting is effective at distances up to 20? (compared to 12? with the ReptiSun 5.0). Allows UVB assisted photo conversion up to 20" from the lamp's surface (compared to 12" on the ReptiSun 5.0) Taller habitats, screen cages, and tank covers can all reduce the amount of UVB reaching your reptiles; the high output ReptiSun 10.0 will ensure that your reptile receives beneficial levels of UVB even in these situations. UVB emissions last one year before lamp needs to be replaced Used and recommedned by zoos, veterinarians, and top reptile professionals. Use ReptiSun 10.0 if placing over fine screen cover tops or wire screen cages. Screens filter out up to 50% of UVB. Provides necessary UVB which enables reptiles to maintain healthy levels of calcium and vitamin D3, thus preventing or reversing metabolic bone disease. Up to 15% total energy output in the UVA wavelengths which helps to increase appetite, activity, and induce reproductive behavior in captive lizards, turtles, tortoises and some amphibians. Allows turtles and tortoises the proper UVB wavelengths needed to maintain healthy shell growth. UVA and UVB emissions last 1 year. Date the base of your lamp at of purchase, and replace yearly.

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