An ideal UVB source for all Iguana species, as well as other diurnal lizards. 5% UVB output allows vitamin D3 synthesis to occur naturally, preventing or reversing MBD and other health problems in diurnal reptiles.
The Zoo Med Iguana Light 5.0 UVB lamp contains the highest possible amounts of both UVB and UVA wavelengths. UVB wavelengths help to prevent or reverse Metabolic Bone Disease in green iguanas as well as other species of lizards in captivity. It also strengthens and improves shell growth on all turtles and tortoises. UVA wavelength increases appetite, physical activity, helps to stimulate reproductive behaviors and is beneficial to the overall psychological well-being of captive reptiles and amphibians. UVB wavelength allows reptiles the ability to regulate their own Vitamin D3 levels by endogenous synthesis as they would in their natural habitat. Eliminates the risk of vitamin D3 overdose (highly toxic) from synthetic sources. The light from the Iguana Light will penetrate a full 10-12" from the bulb's surface. These lamps have pure quartz glass sleeves. The UVA/UVB wavelengths in these bulbs remain effective for 1 to 1-1/2 years. 20 watt, T-12 bulb.