Zoo Med Turtle Lamp Combo Pack
Reptiles, including turtles, require a combination of heat, UVB light, and bright visible light in their habitats to maintain optimal health and well-being. As ectothermic creatures, turtles cannot generate their own body heat and rely on external sources, such as sunlight, to regulate their temperature. This warmth is vital for digestion, overall bodily functions, and general vitality. Since turtles lack internal heat production, providing them with heat lamps is essential for their care.
UVB light, a crucial component of natural sunlight, is vital for most reptiles. It supports strong, healthy bones in turtles and contributes to numerous other important biological processes.
The Zoo Med Turtle Lamp Combo Pack contains:
- Repti Tuff Splashproof Halogen Lamp (50w)
- ReptiSun 5.0 Mini Compact Fluorescent (13w)
UV Index for the ReptiSun 5.0 Mini Compact Fluorescent:
3" below lamp — UVI 2.6 - 3.5+
4" below lamp — UVI 2.6 - 3.5+
5" below lamp — UVI 1.0 - 2.6
6" below lamp — UVI 1.0 - 2.6
7" below lamp — UVI 0.7 - 1.0
8" below lamp — UVI 0.4 - 0.7
10" below lamp — UVI 0.4 - 0.7
UVB needs vary among reptile species. Depending on your tank size and turtle species, the ReptiSun 5.0 Mini Compact Fluorescent might not deliver adequate UVB for your pet.
Measurements are taken from the bulb tip to the basking spot or reptile. UV Index values are approximate and can decrease by 30-40% when the UVB bulb is positioned over a mesh screen.
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